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posted Jun 3, 2019 12:22:39 PM

Should we file jointly or seperately?

I sold a house I lived in a few years ago but my wife did not. Should we file jointly or seperately so I can avoid having to pay on the prceeds?

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Expert Alumni
Jun 3, 2019 12:22:41 PM

Your filing status won't affect you ability to take the The Home Sale Gain Exclusion.  Since it was not your wife's primary residence for 24 of the 60 months preceding the sale, you will only qualify for a $250,000 exclusion.

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Expert Alumni
Jun 3, 2019 12:22:41 PM

Your filing status won't affect you ability to take the The Home Sale Gain Exclusion.  Since it was not your wife's primary residence for 24 of the 60 months preceding the sale, you will only qualify for a $250,000 exclusion.