Intermediate Financial Accounting I
Depreciation recapture is a tax provision that allows the IRS to reclaim some of the tax benefits that a property owner received from depreciation when the property is sold. This occurs when the sale price of an asset exceeds its adjusted basis, resulting in a taxable gain. Essentially, it ensures that the gains from the sale of depreciated assets are taxed, preventing individuals from permanently avoiding tax on those benefits.
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