If a Loan Has Been Made to a Related Party

question 979

Essay

If a loan has been made to a related party, what are some considerations for determining whether the loan is a bona fide debt or is, in fact, merely a gift?

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Unfair or prejudicial treatment of individuals based on certain characteristics such as race, age, or gender.

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