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Short Sale
Forgiveness In the not-so-distant past, a short sale
meant the lender forgave part of the home seller's debt, but the home seller - many times to his or her
surprise - had to pay federal taxes on the forgiven amount because the
IRS treated it like income. Under new tax rules, however, the lender sends a
1099-C, Cancellation of Debt, to the home seller in most cases. The forgiven debt does not have to be included
in taxable income, and it gets reported instead on Form 982. To be eligible for debt cancellation, the mortgage
must have been a primary one on a principal residence; the cancellation occurred between 2007 and 2012; and the
mortgage's principal balance must be less than $2 million ($1 million if filing separately). As with any tax
matter, home sellers should keep all paperwork to back up their claim in case it's questioned. It's also a good
idea to consult a tax attorney on any tax issue. For more information, go to www.irs.gov (From the Florida
Association of Realtors)
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