Question

Montclair Corporation had current and accumulated E&P of $500,000 at December 31, 20X3. On December 31, the company made a distribution of land to its sole shareholder, Molly Pitcher. The land's fair market value was $200,000 and its tax and E&P basis to Montclair was $50,000. Molly assumed a liability of $25,000 attached to the land. The tax consequences of the distribution to Montclair in 20X3 would be:

Answer 1

The tax consequences of the distribution to Montclair in 20X3 would be a $150,000 gain recognized and a reduction in E&P of $175,000.

Step-by-step explanation:

The distribution company distinguishes profit on the distribution, which is included in E&P netting of tax and decreases E&P by rhe lands fair market value fewer the liability believed by the shareholders.

Therefore, The tax consequences of the distribution to Montclair in 20X3 would be a $150,000 gain recognized and a reduction in E&P of $175,000.