Raymond and Susan are married and 55 years old. They sell their personal residence for $850,000 cash. They purchased the house fifteen years ago for $200,000. What is the amount of gain that Raymond and Susan should recognize on the sale?

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Raymond and Susan are married and 55 years old. They sell their personal residence for $850,000 cash. They purchased the house fifteen years ago for $200,000. What is the amount of gain that Raymond and Susan should recognize on the sale?

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