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    Jan 11, 2007, 01:07 PM
    Tax question - sold house in UK
    Hi folks

    Can anyone help me with the following question? I have just moved to the US from the UK, where I have sold my house in preparation for buying one here. I have transferred just over $75K in equity from the house sale to my account in the US. I'm pretty sure I don't have to pay any tax on this gain in the UK but what about the US? Should I keep some money aside for the IRS or can I sink it all into my new home?

    Thanks for any help anyone can give

    Bill in Alabama
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    Jan 11, 2007, 06:46 PM
    Bill:

    Assuming you are a U.S. citizen, your $75K gain is tax exempt provided you live in AND owned the house for two of the last five years.

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    Jan 11, 2007, 08:51 PM
    Thanks ATE, and yes I am. I've made a note of your email address also.

    Bill
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    Jan 12, 2007, 01:13 AM
    Glad to help!
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