Margaret and Johnny, a married couple, purchased their primary residence for $250,000 in June 2005.  They sold their home for $240,000 on August 3, 2022.  What is the loss amount they can deduct on their taxes?

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Margaret and Johnny, a married couple, purchased their primary residence for $250,000 in June 2005.  They sold their home for $240,000 on August 3, 2022.  What is the loss amount they can deduct on their taxes?

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