Carmen transfers land and a building having a $60.000 adjusted basis and a $100.000 FMV to Bass

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Carmen transfers land and a building having a $60.000 adjusted basis and a $100.000 FMV to Bass Corporation in a transaction ostensibly qualifying as tax-free under Sec. 351 Immediately before the exchange. Carmen incurs a $50,000 mortgage on the property. The mortgage is assumed by the corporation. and the mortgage proceeds are used by Carmen to remodel her personal residence.
a. What are the likely tax consequences of the asset transfer?
b. What is the rationale for this result?
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A Corporation is a legal form of business that is separate from its owner. In other words, a corporation is a business or organization formed by a group of people, and its right and liabilities separate from those of the individuals involved. It may...
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Federal Taxation 2017 Individuals

ISBN: 9780134420868

30th Edition

Authors: Thomas R. Pope, Timothy J. Rupert, Kenneth E. Anderson

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