Monica Sells a Parcel of Land to Her Son, Elbert

question 142

Essay

Monica sells a parcel of land to her son, Elbert, for $90,000. Monica's adjusted basis is $100,000. Three years later, Elbert gives the land to his fiancée, Karen. At that date, the land is worth $104,000. No gift tax is paid. Since Elbert is going to be stationed in the U.S. Army in Germany for 3 years, they do not plan on being married until his tour is completed. Six months after receiving the land, Karen sells it for $110,000. At the same time, Karen sends Elbert a "Dear John" email. Calculate Karen's realized and recognized gain or loss.

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