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How long should you keep records of home improvements?

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  1. Seven years from the date you buy
  2. Until 3 years after the sale-year return is due
  3. Until the mortgage is paid off

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  1. IRS Pub 523: Selling your home www.irs.gov/publications/p523 Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. IRS Pub 523: Selling your home www.irs.gov/publications/p523 Checked 2026-10-10.

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