Jesse dies intestate (i.e., without a will) in May 2017. Jesse's major asset is a tract of
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Jesse dies intestate (i.e., without a will) in May 2017. Jesse's major asset is a tract of land. Under applicable state law, Jesse's property will pass to Lorena, who is his only child. In December 2017, Lorena disclaims one-half of the property. In June 2018, Lorena disclaims the other half interest. Under state law, Lorena's disclaimer results in the property passing to Arnold (Lorena's only child).
The value of the land (in its entirety) is as follows: $2 million in May 2017, $2.1 million in December 2017, and $2.2 million in June 2018. Discuss the transfer tax ramifications of these transactions.
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South Western Federal Taxation 2018 Corporations Partnerships Estates And Trusts
ISBN: 1389
41st Edition
Authors: William H. Hoffman, William A. Raabe, James C. Young, Annette Nellen, David M. Maloney
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