The value of Terrah’s personal residence has declined significantly because of a recent forest fire in the area where she lives. Terrah’s house suffered no actual damage during the fire, but because much of the surrounding area was destroyed, the value of all of the homes in the area declined substantially. Discuss whether Terrah can take a casualty loss for the decline in value of her residence caused by the fire

The value of Terrah’s personal residence has declined significantly because of a recent forest fire in the area where she lives. Terrah’s house suffered no actual damage during the fire, but because much of the surrounding area was destroyed, the value of all of the homes in the area declined substantially. Discuss whether Terrah can take a casualty loss for the decline in value of her residence caused by the fire

CONCEPTS IN FED.TAX.,2020-W/ACCESS

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Chapter12: Nonrecognition Transactions

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