Bishop contributes undeveloped land to a business entity in January for a 40% ownership interest. Bishop's basis

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Bishop contributes undeveloped land to a business entity in January for a 40% ownership interest. Bishop's basis for the land is $140,000, and the fair market value is $600,000. The business entity was formed three years ago by Petula and Rene, who have equal ownership. The entity is successful in getting the land rezoned from agricultural to residential use, but decides to sell it so that the entity can invest in another project. In August, the land is sold for $650,000. Determine the tax consequences of the sale of the undeveloped land for the business entity and the three owners if the entity is organized as:
a. A C corporation.
b. An S corporation.
c. A partnership.
d. An LLC.
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South Western Federal Taxation 2018 Essentials Of Taxation Individuals And Business Entities

ISBN: 9781337386173

21st Edition

Authors: William A. Raabe, James C. Young, Annette Nellen, David M. Maloney

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