Norman Transfers Machinery That Has a $45,000 Basis and a $105,000

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Essay

Norman transfers machinery that has a $45,000 basis and a $105,000 FMV and $30,000 in money to Elnor Corporation in exchange for 50 shares of Elnor stock.The machinery,used in Norman's business,originally cost him $150,000 and is subject to a $84,000 liability which Elnor Corporation assumes.Kate exchanges $51,000 cash for the remaining 50 shares of Elnor stock.
a)What is the amount and character of Norman's recognized gain or loss?
b)What is his basis in the Elnor stock?
c)What is Elnor's basis in the machinery?
d)What is the amount and character of Kate's recognized gain or loss?
e)What is Kate's basis in the Elnor stock?
f)When do Norman and Kate's holding periods for their stock begin?

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Definitions:

Compounded Semi-Annually

Interest on an investment or loan calculated twice a year and added to the principal.

Economic Values

The worth of goods or services as determined by the market or the intrinsic importance or utility they offer to individuals.

Compounded Monthly

Interest on a loan or investment calculated monthly and added to the principal sum for the calculation of subsequent interest.

Compounded Annually

Interest calculation and accumulation once per year on the principal amount of an investment or loan.