Bob Had a Terminal Illness and Realized That He "Can't

question 101

Essay

Bob had a terminal illness and realized that he "can't take it with him." Therefore, he cashed in his insurance policy and received $120,000.He had paid $50,000 in premiums on the policy.He used the money to fulfill his lifelong ambitions of going to the Super Bowl, driving an expensive sports car, and vacationing in Bermuda.
Was Bob's behavior consistent with the Congressional intent in providing the tax exemption he was permitted to use?

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Definitions:

Accounting Records

Documents and books that keep track of all financial transactions of a business or individual.

Internal Control

Procedures and processes implemented by a company to safeguard its assets, ensure financial reporting accuracy, and promote operational efficiency.

Assets

Economic resources controlled or owned by a person or company, expected to provide future benefits.

Misappropriation

The intentional, illegal use of another's funds or property for one's personal use.