I did a 1031 exchange and I was told I have to pay for home and rent out for a year. Now I’m hearing if I sell my house after just one year it is not smart.
In order to claim the exclusion of gain ($250,000 single or $500,000 if joint return) on sale of your pricipal residence, you must reside there for at least 2 our of 5 years.
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