Zinc Corporation Is Created in the Current Year and Promptly

question 36

Essay

Zinc Corporation is created in the current year and promptly makes an S election. How much passive income can it earn this year without fear of losing its S corporation status or being subject to the Sec. 1375 tax on excess net passive income?

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Definitions:

Collateral

An asset pledged as security for repayment of a loan, to be forfeited in the event of default.

Secured Bonds

Bonds that are backed by collateral, providing a safer investment option with lower interest rates due to reduced risk.

Debenture Bonds

Bonds that are unsecured and are issued only on the general credit of a corporation.

Quoted

Refers to the current price of a security, commodity, or currency that is stated in communication or trading.