George owns all 100 shares of Gumbys Pizza Corporation. The shares are worth $200,000, while Georges basis

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George owns all 100 shares of Gumby’s Pizza Corporation. The shares are worth $200,000, while George’s basis is only $70,000. Mary and George have reached a tentative agreement under which George will sell all his shares to Mary. However, Mary is unwilling to pay more than $150,000 for the stock because the corporation currently has an excess cash balance. They have agreed that George can withdraw $50,000 in cash from Gumby’s before the stock sale. What tax issues should be considered with respect to George and Mary’s agreement?
Corporation
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 2016 Comprehensive

ISBN: 9780134104379

29th Edition

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

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