Davids basis in the Jimsoo Partnership is $53,000. In a proportionate liquidating distribution, David receives cash of

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David’s basis in the Jimsoo Partnership is $53,000. In a proportionate liquidating distribution, David receives cash of $7,000 and two capital assets: (1) Land A with a fair market value of $20,000 and a basis to Jimsoo of $16,000 and (2) Land B with a fair market value of $10,000 and a basis to Jimsoo of $16,000. Jimsoo has no liabilities.

a. How much gain or loss will David recognize on the distribution? What is the character of any recognized gain or loss?

b. What is David’s basis in the distributed assets?

c. If the two parcels of land had been inventory to Jimsoo, what are the tax consequences to David (amount and character of gain or loss and basis in distributed assets)?

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Taxation Of Individuals And Business Entities 2021

ISBN: 9781260247138

12th Edition

Authors: Brian Spilker, Benjamin Ayers, John Barrick, Troy Lewis, John Robinson, Connie Weaver, Ronald Worsham

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