Real Estate Math

A South Dakota investor sells an investment property for $550,000 after holding it for 5 years. He purchased it for $400,000. His capital gain is:

A$100,000
B$150,000✓ Correct
C$200,000
D$550,000

Explanation

Capital gain = Sale price − Purchase price = $550,000 − $400,000 = $150,000 (before any deductions for improvements or depreciation).

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