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We inherited a house. Do we owe taxes when we sell it?

Most heirs owe little or no capital gains tax when they sell an inherited house.

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YOU are going to owe taxes on the capital gains from the sale

MJ1929, AgingCare.com caregiver forum, 2020

From: Do You Pay Capital Gains Tax on an Inherited House?

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