Do I have to report sale of primary home w/ capital gains over $250,000 if I can get under the $250,000 limit by deducting realtor commissions which put me under $250k?

[Zbucklyo · Accepted solution]

You do not need to report the sale if your gain is less than the exclusion amount, and you qualify to exclude the gain, unless you receive a 1099-S.  If you receive a 1099-S, you must report the sale, regardless of your gain.

[Hal_Al]

Your gain is measured, after expenses of sale, such as RE commission.