Walter Adamson Passed Away This Year at the Age of 62

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Essay

Walter Adamson passed away this year at the age of 62.
Previously,Walter had structured his will so that his wife would receive his stocks and land,to be held in a trust on her behalf.Additionally,his 33 year old son,Steven,would receive a building to be held in a trust until Steven reached the age of 45.
The assets transferred to Mrs.Adamson consist of a piece of land with an ACB of $100,000 and a FMV of $300,000; and stocks valued at $200,000,with a cost base of $150,000.
The assets transferred to Steven consist of a building with an ACB of $200,000,a UCC of $180,000,and a FMV of $300,000.
Required:
Discuss the immediate tax consequences for Walter's tax return,Mrs.Adamson,and Steven,regarding the initial transfer of these assets,showing calculations where necessary.

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