Matthew borrows $250,000 to invest in bonds. During the current year, his interest on the loan is

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Matthew borrows $250,000 to invest in bonds. During the current year, his interest on the loan is $30,000. Matthew’s taxable interest income from the bonds is $10,000. This is Matthew’s only investment income. 

a. Calculate Matthew’s itemized deduction for investment interest expense for this year. 

b. Is Matthew entitled to a deduction in future years? Explain.

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Income Tax Fundamentals 2019

ISBN: 9781337703062

37th Edition

Authors: Gerald E. Whittenburg, Steven Gill

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