Individuals Jimmy and Ellen form JE Corporation. Ellen transfers land and a building with a $175,000 adjusted basis and $200,000 FMV in exchange for 50% of the stock of the JE Corporation and a $20,000 note. Jimmy transfers cash of $200,000 for 50% of the stock and a $20,000 note. The JE stock has a fair market value of $360,000. What is:
(a)the amount of Ellen's gain or loss recognized on the transfer?
(b)the basis of her stock in JE Corporation?
(c)JE Corporation's basis in the land and building (together)transferred by Ellen?

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The Answer of Individuals Jimmy and Ellen form JE Corporation. Ellen transfers land and a building with a $175,000 adjusted basis and $200,000 FMV in exchange for 50% of the stock of the JE Corporation and a $20,000 note. Jimmy transfers cash of $200,000 for 50% of the stock and a $20,000 note. The JE stock has a fair market value of $360,000. What is:
(a)the amount of Ellen's gain or loss recognized on the transfer?
(b)the basis of her stock in JE Corporation?
(c)JE Corporation's basis in the land and building (together)transferred by Ellen?

Individuals Jimmy and Ellen Form JE Corporation