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After 5 Years of Marriage, Dave and Janet Decided to Get

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After 5 years of marriage, Dave and Janet decided to get a divorce.As part of the divorce settlement, Janet transfers to Dave the house she purchased prior to their marriage.Janet's adjusted basis for the house is $125,000 and the fair market value is $200,000 on the date of the transfer.What are the tax consequences to Janet and to Dave as a result of the transfer?


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