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    Aug 12, 2009, 10:13 AM
    Rental/owner tax implications
    I understand that if you convert ahouse to a rental property, you LOSE the $250K ($500K if you are married) in tax exemption you get when you sell the house.

    What is needed to get that exemption back? What are the rules - number of years to live in the house again, etc?

    This question relates to property in California.

    Many thanks.

    MJ
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    Aug 13, 2009, 05:39 AM

    You must live in the house for two years in last 5 years and must own it for two years in last 5 years.
    Your U.S. Tax Return: Profit From the Sale of Your Home
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    Aug 13, 2009, 09:21 AM
    Thanks!

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