Christian, the President and Sole Shareholder of Venture Corporation, Is

question 80

Essay

Christian, the president and sole shareholder of Venture Corporation, is paid an annual salary of $150,000. Christian would like to draw additional funds from the corporation but is concerned that increased salary might cause the IRS to contend his salary is unreasonable. Further, Christian does not want the corporation to pay any dividends. He would like to contribute $40,000 to his alma mater to establish scholarships for needy students. If Christian makes a pledge to the university to provide $40,000 for scholarships, would there be a problem if Venture Corporation paid the pledge on his behalf? Explain.

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Definitions:

Capital Stock

Classes of stock that represent the fractional elements of ownership of a corporation.

Vote at Stockholders' Meetings

The process by which shareholders exercise their right to make decisions on corporate matters presented during company meetings, usually through a voting mechanism.

Voting Rights

The right of shareholders to vote on corporate matters, typically exercised during annual general meetings.

Common Stock

Equity securities representing ownership shares in a corporation, with voting rights and potential dividends.