Jason and Alicia Johnston purchased a home in Austin, Texas for $500,000. They moved into the home on September 1, year 0. They lived in the home as their primary residence until July 1 of year 5 when they sold the home for $800,000. What amount of the $300,000 gain are they allowed to exclude? (Assume not married filing separately.)

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The Answer of Jason and Alicia Johnston purchased a home in Austin, Texas for $500,000. They moved into the home on September 1, year 0. They lived in the home as their primary residence until July 1 of year 5 when they sold the home for $800,000. What amount of the $300,000 gain are they allowed to exclude? (Assume not married filing separately.)

Jason and Alicia Johnston Purchased a Home in Austin, Texas