The Assets of Bold Corporation Have a $1,000,000 Basis and a $3,000,000

question 17

Essay

The assets of Bold Corporation have a $1,000,000 basis and a $3,000,000 FMV. Its liabilities are $500,000. Tidel Corporation acquires 80% of the Bold Corporation stock for $2,000,000. What gain is recognized by Bold Corporation if a timely Sec. 338 election is made by Tidel Corporation? What is the total basis of the assets to Bold Corporation following the deemed sale? Assume a 34% corporate tax rate.

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Definitions:

Cost

The amount of money or resources expended to acquire an asset, produce goods, or offer a service.

Intangible Asset

This is an asset that lacks physical substance, such as patents, trademarks, and goodwill, yet offers economic value to its owner.

Physical Substance

Refers to tangible assets that have a concrete form and can be touched, as opposed to intangible assets.

Rights

Entitlements or privileges granted, typically to shareholders, such as the right to buy additional shares in certain circumstances.