What is a stepped up basis in Real Estate? | The Gibbons Group

🔍 Understanding Stepped-Up Basis (IRC Code 1014) – Why It Matters for Inherited Property! Did you know that when you inherit property, the tax basis of that asset “steps up” to its fair market value (FMV) at the date of the original owner’s death? This is known as the stepped-up basis, and it’s a major win for heirs when it comes to capital gains taxes. ✅ Example: • Your grandmother bought a home for $100,000. • At her passing, the home is worth $400,000. • Your new basis is $400,000 (the stepp