Zinc Corporation Is Created in the Current Year and Promptly

question 36

Essay

Zinc Corporation is created in the current year and promptly makes an S election. How much passive income can it earn this year without fear of losing its S corporation status or being subject to the Sec. 1375 tax on excess net passive income?

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Definitions:

Contract Rate

The interest rate specified in a contract, such as that in a loan or bond agreement.

Times Interest Earned Ratio

A financial metric that measures a company's ability to meet its interest obligations from its earnings before interest and taxes.

Income Statement

A financial statement that shows a company’s revenues, expenses, and profits over a specific period, typically a quarter or year.

Times Interest Earned Ratio

A financial metric comparing a company's earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) to its interest expenses, evaluating the company's ability to meet its interest obligations.