At the Beginning of the Year, Harold, Missy, and Ranae

question 122

Essay

At the beginning of the year, Harold, Missy, and Ranae formed HMR Corporation as an S corporation. For one-third of the HMR stock, Harold contributed $50,000 cash and land with a fair market value of $75,000 and adjusted tax basis of $60,000. The land was subject to a $45,000 mortgage, which was assumed by HMR on the formation. Missy and Ranae each contributed $80,000 cash to HMR for one-third of the HMR stock. What is Harold's basis in the HMR stock after the formation? What is Missy's basis in her HMR stock after the formation?

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Definitions:

Administrative Skills

Abilities related to managing operations, carrying out organizational policies, and ensuring the smooth functioning of businesses.

Katz's Model

A framework proposing three foundational skills necessary for effective management: technical, human, and conceptual skills.

Company's Goals

The objectives that a company aims to achieve, which can range from financial success to market dominance or innovation.

Hands-on

Involving active participation or physically engaging in tasks rather than observing or theorizing.