What is Depreciation Recapture?

What is Depreciation Recapture?

What is Depreciation Recapture?Lisa Marie Brugman, EA
Published on: 21/09/2026

Rented out part or all of your home? Selling could trigger unexpected taxes. Learn how depreciation recapture works, how it interacts with the Section 121 exclusion, and why planning before the sale matters.

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What is Depreciation Recapture?

What is Depreciation Recapture?

What is Depreciation Recapture?Lisa Marie Brugman, EA
Published on: 24/11/2025

Renting out part of your home? When you sell, depreciation recapture and the Section 121 exclusion come into play. Learn how the IRS taxes the rental portion, what gain you can still exclude, and how to avoid surprises at the sale of your main residence.

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What is Depreciation Recapture?

What is Depreciation Recapture?

What is Depreciation Recapture?Lisa Marie Brugman, EA
Published on: 23/09/2025

Thinking of selling your home after renting part of it out? Don’t forget about depreciation recapture—the IRS will want back taxes on the deductions you claimed (up to 25%). Section 121 can shield big gains, but it won’t erase recapture. Plan smart, save more.

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