On January 2, 2018, Todd Converts His House into a Rental

question 258

Multiple Choice

On January 2, 2018, Todd converts his house into a rental property. Todd's basis in the house is $400,000 and its fair market value on the date of conversion is $376,000. What is Todd's basis for purposes of MACRS cost recovery?

• A) $0? because it was converted from personal use, it cannot be depreciated.
• B) $376,000.
• C) $388,000.
• D) $400,000.
• E) None of the above.

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Definitions:

Tax-Oriented Lease

A leasing agreement structured to maximize tax benefits for the lessor, often by passing on tax advantages to the lessee in the form of lower lease payments.

Long-Term Commitment

A pledge or engagement to something for an extended period, often seen in investments or strategic plans.

International Accounting Standards

A set of accounting standards stating how particular types of transactions and other events should be reported in financial statements, established by the International Accounting Standards Board.

IAS 17

An International Accounting Standard that prescribes the accounting policies and disclosures applicable to leases for both lessees and lessors.