Arnie Is Negotiating the Sale of Land to Phil

question 466

Essay

Arnie is negotiating the sale of land to Phil. Arnie's basis in the land is $3,000,000, and it currently has a fair market value of $5,000,000. Phil wants to pay the purchase price over three years. Arnie suggests that Phil pays
$2,000,000 at closing, then pay $1,200,000 each of the next three years. Arnie would not require that Phil pay any interest under these terms. Discuss the tax issues that Arnie should consider.

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Definitions:

Accounts Receivable

Money owed to a company by its customers for products or services delivered but not yet paid for.

Net Income

A company's earnings left after subtracting expenses, taxes, and any other charges from the total revenue.

Prepaid Expenses

Payments made in advance for goods or services to be received in the future, recorded as assets until used or consumed.

Accounts Receivable

Money owed to a business by its customers for goods or services that have been delivered or used but not yet paid for.