Joe, Who Is in the 33% Tax Bracket This Year

question 13

Essay

Joe, who is in the 33% tax bracket this year, expects to retire next year and be in the 25% tax bracket. He plans to donate $50,000 to his church. Because he will not have the cash available until next year, Joe donates land (long-term capital gain property) with a basis of $10,000 and fair market value of $50,000 to the church in December of the current year. He reacquires the land for $50,000 in February of next year. Discuss Joe's tax objectives and all tax issues related to his actions.

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Definitions:

Security Interest

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Attachment

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Documents Of Title

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