Harold owns a condo in Hawaii that he plans on using for the rest of his life.

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Harold owns a condo in Hawaii that he plans on using for the rest of his life. However, to ensure his sister Maude will own the property after his death, Harold deeded the remainder of the property to her. He signed the deed transferring the remainder in July 2009 when the condo was worth $250,000 and his life estate was worth $75,000. Harold died in January of this year, at which time the condo was worth $300,000. What amount, if any, is included in Harold’s gross estate? Explain.

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Taxation Of Business Entities 2018 Edition

ISBN: 9781260174441

9th Edition

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

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