Doug is considering investing in one of two partnerships that will build, own, and operate a hotel.

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Doug is considering investing in one of two partnerships that will build, own, and operate a hotel. One is located in Canada and one is located in Arizona. Assuming both investments will generate the same before-tax rate of return, which entity should Doug invest in when considering the after-tax consequences of the investment? Assume Doug's marginal rate is 37 percent, he will be a passive investor in the business, and he will report the flow through income from either entity on his tax return. Explain (ignore any foreign tax credit issues).

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Essentials Of Federal Taxation 2019

ISBN: 9781260190045

10th Edition

Authors: Brian Spilker, Benjamin Ayers, John Robinson, Edmund Outslay, Ronald Worsham, John Barrick, Connie Weaver

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