Jen, the Sole Shareholder of Mahogany Corporation, Sold Her Stock

question 132

Essay

Jen, the sole shareholder of Mahogany Corporation, sold her stock to Jason on July 1 for $90,000. Jen's stock basis at the beginning of the year was $60,000. Mahogany made a $30,000 cash distribution to Jen immediately before the sale, while Jason received a $60,000 cash distribution from Mahogany on November 1. As of the beginning of the current year, Mahogany had $16,000 in accumulated E & P, while current E & P (before distributions) is $30,000. What are the tax consequences of these transactions to Jen and Jason?

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