Finance
A Virginia homeowner who has lived in their primary residence for 2 of the last 5 years can exclude from capital gains tax up to how much gain if single?
A$100,000
B$250,000✓ Correct
C$500,000
D$750,000
Explanation
Under IRS Section 121, a single homeowner can exclude up to $250,000 in gain from the sale of a primary residence if they have owned and lived there for at least 2 of the 5 years before sale. Married couples can exclude $500,000.
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