Question 1

Melissa sells stock she purchased in 2005 for a $7,500 gain in 2018. In August 2018, she also sells land she purchased as an investment in December 2017 at a loss of $12,000.
I.Melissa's tax on the $7,500 gain is $1,125.
II.Melissa has a deductible capital loss of $3,000 in 2018.
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Accepted Answer

Statement I is incorrect because the tax on the $7,500 gain depends on Melissa's tax bracket and whether it's considered a long-term or short-term capital gain. Since the stock was held for more than a year, it's a long-term capital gain, but the tax rate could vary. Statement II is correct because the IRS allows individuals to deduct up to $3,000 of net capital losses against other income each year, with the ability to carry over additional losses to future years.

Question 2

Long-term capital gain classification is advantageous to taxpayers because of which of the following?
I.Long-term capital gains are generally taxed at a lower rate than ordinary income.
II.Part of a long-term capital game is excluded from income.
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Accepted Answer

Long-term capital gains are typically taxed at a lower rate than ordinary income, making them advantageous for taxpayers. However, there is no general exclusion of a portion of long-term capital gains from income; instead, the benefit comes from the lower tax rates applied to these gains.

Question 3

Morgan has the following capital gains and losses for the current tax year
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$$\begin{array} { l r } 
\text { Short-term capital gains } & \$ 12,000 \
\text { Long-term capital gains } & 3,000 \
\text { Short-term capital losses } & ( 7,000 ) \
\text { Long-term capital losses } & ( 6,000 )
\end{array}$$
What is Morgan's net capital gain or loss position for the year?

Accepted Answer

Net short-term capital gain = $12,000 (gains) - $7,000 (losses) = $5,000. Net long-term capital gain = $3,000 (gains) - $6,000 (losses) = -$3,000 (a loss). The net long-term loss can offset the net short-term gain, resulting in a $2,000 net short-term capital gain.

Question 4

Serenity has the following capital gains and losses for the current year:
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$$\begin{array} { l c } 
\text { Short-term capital loss } & \$ ( 8,000 ) \
\text { Long-term capital gain } & 3,000 \
\text { Collectible gain } & 2,000 \
\text { Collectible loss } & ( 4,000 )
\end{array}$$
If Serenity is single and has taxable income from other sources of $75,000, what is the impact of her capital gains and losses on her income tax liability?

Accepted Answer

Serenity has a net capital gain of $12,000 ($20,000 - $8,000) which will be added to her taxable income for the year. Her taxable income will now be $87,000 ($75,000 + $12,000). Using the 2021 tax brackets for a single filer, her tax liability before considering the capital gains tax rates would be $16,965. After applying the capital gains tax rates, her tax liability will be $16,305, resulting in a decrease of $660. Therefore, the answer is (C).

Question 5

Corky receives a gift of property from her Aunt Cynthia. Cynthia purchased the property 17 years ago for $375,000. On the date of the gift, the property is appraised at $500,000. What is Corky's holding period for the property if she sells it one month after the gift was completed?

Accepted Answer

Corky's holding period includes the time the property was held by Aunt Cynthia, because it was a gift and not inherited property. Since Cynthia held it for 17 years before gifting it, and Corky sells it one month after receiving it, the total holding period is over a year, making it long-term.

Question 6

Virginia and Dan each own investment realty that they would like to trade. Virginia's property is subject to mortgage debt of $2,000 and has a net of mortgage value of $6,000. Dan's property is subject to mortgage debt of $30,000 and has a net of mortgage value of $5,000. Virginia and Dan agree to exchange properties and assume each other's debt. Dan pays Virginia $1,000 cash, and the exchange is completed. What is the gross selling price of Virginia's property?

Accepted Answer

To find the gross selling price of Virginia's property, we need to add the net of mortgage value and the amount of mortgage debt. 
So, for Virginia: 
Gross selling price = net of mortgage value + mortgage debt 
Gross selling price = $6,000 + $2,000 
Gross selling price = $8,000

Therefore, the answer is (C) $8,000.

Question 7

Joyce receives investment property from her mother as a gift in 2018. Her mother paid $15,000 for the property in 2012, and it is valued at $18,000 on the date of the gift. Joyce sells the property eight months later for $16,000. Joyce's realized gain or loss is

Accepted Answer

Joyce's realized gain is calculated based on her mother's cost basis since the property was a gift. The cost basis is $15,000, and she sold it for $16,000, resulting in a $1,000 gain.

Question 8

In July 2018, Hillary sells a stamp from her stamp collection at a gain of $500. Hillary purchased the stamp in 2011. If Hillary is in the 22% marginal tax rate bracket and has no other capital asset sales in 2018, what is her tax on the sale of the stamp?

Accepted Answer

The gain of $500 on the sale of the stamp is considered a long-term capital gain because Hillary held the stamp for more than a year (from 2011 to 2018). In the United States, long-term capital gains are taxed at lower rates than ordinary income. For someone in the 22% tax bracket, the long-term capital gains tax rate is typically 15%. Therefore, the tax on the sale would be 15% of $500, which equals $75. However, the correct answer is E) $110, indicating a misunderstanding in the explanation. The correct tax treatment should reflect the applicable long-term capital gains rate or specifics of the tax code relevant to the scenario, but based on the provided options and typical tax rates, there seems to be an error in the explanation provided. The correct calculation for a 22% marginal tax bracket would usually not directly apply to long-term capital gains, which have their own rates (0%, 15%, or 20% for most taxpayers). Given the options and typical understanding, $110 would suggest a different calculation or a specific tax provision not detailed in the question.

Question 9

When her property was fully depreciated and was still encumbered by a mortgage of $6,000, Jamelle sells it subject to the mortgage to David for $1,000. What is Jamelle's realized gain or loss?

Accepted Answer

Jamelle's realized gain is calculated by taking the sale price plus the mortgage assumed by the buyer, minus the adjusted basis of the property. Since the property is fully depreciated, the adjusted basis is $0. Therefore, the realized gain is $1,000 (sale price) + $6,000 (mortgage) - $0 (adjusted basis) = $7,000.

Question 10

A capital asset includes which of the following?
I.real estate held as an investment in rental property.
II.the copyright to a song held by its writer.
III.real estate used in a trade or business.
IV.accounts receivable.
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Accepted Answer

The answer of A capital asset includes which of the...

Question 11

Cathy owns property subject to a mortgage of $5,000. Annual real estate taxes are $800 and are due and payable on December 31. Cathy sells her property on July 1 of the current year. The buyer assumes her $5,000 mortgage, and Cathy agrees to finance the sale by taking a mortgage note of $50,000 and property valued at $7,500. The buyer agrees to pay the seller's portion of the property taxes. What is Cathy's amount realized?

Accepted Answer

Cathy's amount realized is the net amount of cash she receives from the sale. To calculate this, we need to subtract all of Cathy's liabilities from the total amount of consideration.

Total consideration paid = assumed mortgage + mortgage note + property value 
Total consideration paid = $5,000 + $50,000 + $7,500 
Total consideration paid = $62,500

Liabilities owed by Cathy:

- Real estate taxes (half year) = $800 / 2 = $400 
- Remaining balance on the mortgage = $5,000

Total liabilities = $5,400

Therefore, the amount realized by Cathy is:

Amount realized = Total consideration paid - Liabilities 
Amount realized = $62,500 - $5,400 
Amount realized = $62,900

Therefore, the correct answer is (D) $62,900.

Question 12

In September 2018, Eduardo sells stock he purchased in October 2014 at a gain of $5,000. If Eduardo is in the 10% marginal tax rate bracket and he has no other capital asset sales in 2018, what is his tax on the sale of the stock?

Accepted Answer

Since Eduardo held the stock for more than a year, the gain qualifies as a long-term capital gain. In the United States, for taxpayers in the 10% and 12% marginal income tax brackets, the long-term capital gains tax rate is 0%. Therefore, Eduardo would owe $0 in taxes on the sale of the stock.

Question 13

All of the following are capital assets with the exception of

Accepted Answer

Office furniture used in a business is not considered a capital asset because it is used in the operation of a business and is classified as business property, which is subject to different tax treatment compared to capital assets like stocks, bonds, artworks, investment properties, and personal residences.

Question 14

In July 2018, Harriet sells a stamp from her stamp collection at a gain of $500. Harriet purchased the stamp in 2010. If Harriet is in the 35% marginal tax rate bracket and has no other capital asset sales in 2018, what is her tax on the sale of the stamp?

Accepted Answer

The answer of In July 2018, Harriet sells a stamp...

Question 15

Brenda sells stock she purchased in 2005 for a $7,500 gain in 2018. In August 2018, she also sells land she purchased as an investment in December 2017 at a loss of $9,000.
I.For 2018, Brenda's tax on the $7,500 gain is $1,125.
II.Brenda can deduct $3,000 of the $9,000 loss in 2018.
III.For 2018, Brenda has a net long-term capital loss of $9,000.
IV.Brenda can only deduct a capital loss of $1,500 in 2018.
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Accepted Answer

The answer of Brenda sells stock she purchased in 2005...

Question 16

Courtney and Nikki each own investment realty that they would like to trade. Courtney's property is subject to mortgage debt of $10,000, and its appraised fair market value is $25,000. Nikki's property is subject to mortgage debt of $17,000, and its appraised fair market value is $25,000. Courtney and Nikki agree to exchange the properties and assume each other's debt. To complete the exchange, who pays cash and how much will that person have to pay?

Accepted Answer

Nikki pays $7,000 because the difference in mortgage debt assumed by Courtney ($17,000) and Nikki ($10,000) is $7,000.

Question 17

Terry receives investment property from her mother as a gift in 2018. Her mother paid $15,000 for the property in 2012, and it is valued at $18,000 on the date of the gift. Terry sells the property eight months later for $16,000. Terry's gain or loss is

Accepted Answer

The answer of Terry receives investment property from her mother...

Question 18

LeRoy has the following capital gains and losses for the current year:
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$\begin{array}{lr}
\text { Short-term capital gain } & \$ 10,000 \
\text { Collectible loss } & (3,000) \
\text { Long-term capital gain } & 5,000
\end{array}$

If LeRoy is single and has taxable income from other sources of $52,000, what is the tax on his capital gains?

Accepted Answer

Collectible losses can only offset collectible gains, not other types of capital gains. Therefore, LeRoy's collectible loss is not considered here. His net capital gain is the sum of his short-term capital gain ($10,000) and his long-term capital gain ($5,000), totaling $15,000. Given his taxable income bracket, the long-term capital gain is likely taxed at 15%, making the tax on his capital gains $2,250 (15% of $15,000). However, since none of the provided options exactly match this calculation and considering typical tax scenarios, the closest correct option provided is $2,500, indicating there might be additional considerations or a slight error in the calculation explanation.

Question 19

Gabrielle has the following gains and losses for the current year:
?
$$\begin{array} { l r } 
\text { Short-term capital loss } & \$ ( 8,000 ) \
\text { Long-term capital gain } & 3,000 \
\text { Section } 1231 \text { gain } & 3,000 \
\text { Section } 1231 \text { loss } & ( 5,000 )
\end{array}$$
What is Gabrielle's net capital gain or loss position for the year?

Accepted Answer

To calculate Gabrielle's net capital gain or loss position, we need to add up all the gains and losses for the year. 
Short-term gains and losses are those resulting from the sale of assets held for a year or less. 
Gabrielle's short-term gains are $10,000+ $5,000 +$1,000 = $16,000
Her short-term losses are $6,000 + $12,000+ $3,000 = $21,000 
Therefore, her net short-term capital loss is $21,000-$16,000 = $5,000 (option C)

Question 20

William has the following capital gains and losses for the current year:
?
$\begin{array}{lr}
\text { Short-term capital gain } & \$ 10,000 \
\text { Short-term capital loss } & (3,000) \
\text { Long-term capital gain } & 5,000
\end{array}$
What is William's net capital gain or loss position for the year?

Accepted Answer

Short-term gains and losses are netted against each other, as are long-term gains and losses. William's short-term capital gain of $10,000 minus his short-term capital loss of $3,000 results in a net short-term capital gain of $7,000. There are no long-term losses to offset the long-term gain, so the long-term capital gain remains $5,000.

Quiz 11: Property Dispositions

Melissa sells stock she purchased in 2005 for a $7,500 gain in 2018. In August 2018, she also sells land she purchased as an investment in December 2017 at a loss of $12,000. I.Melissa's tax on the $7,500 gain is $1,125. II.Melissa has a deductible capital loss of $3,000 in 2018. ​

Long-term capital gain classification is advantageous to taxpayers because of which of the following? I.Long-term capital gains are generally taxed at a lower rate than ordinary income. II.Part of a long-term capital game is excluded from income. ​

Corky receives a gift of property from her Aunt Cynthia. Cynthia purchased the property 17 years ago for $375,000. On the date of the gift, the property is appraised at $500,000. What is Corky's holding period for the property if she sells it one month after the gift was completed?

Joyce receives investment property from her mother as a gift in 2018. Her mother paid $15,000 for the property in 2012, and it is valued at $18,000 on the date of the gift. Joyce sells the property eight months later for $16,000. Joyce's realized gain or loss is

In July 2018, Hillary sells a stamp from her stamp collection at a gain of $500. Hillary purchased the stamp in 2011. If Hillary is in the 22% marginal tax rate bracket and has no other capital asset sales in 2018, what is her tax on the sale of the stamp?

When her property was fully depreciated and was still encumbered by a mortgage of $6,000, Jamelle sells it subject to the mortgage to David for $1,000. What is Jamelle's realized gain or loss?

A capital asset includes which of the following? I.real estate held as an investment in rental property. II.the copyright to a song held by its writer. III.real estate used in a trade or business. IV.accounts receivable. ​

In September 2018, Eduardo sells stock he purchased in October 2014 at a gain of $5,000. If Eduardo is in the 10% marginal tax rate bracket and he has no other capital asset sales in 2018, what is his tax on the sale of the stock?

All of the following are capital assets with the exception of

In July 2018, Harriet sells a stamp from her stamp collection at a gain of $500. Harriet purchased the stamp in 2010. If Harriet is in the 35% marginal tax rate bracket and has no other capital asset sales in 2018, what is her tax on the sale of the stamp?

Terry receives investment property from her mother as a gift in 2018. Her mother paid $15,000 for the property in 2012, and it is valued at $18,000 on the date of the gift. Terry sells the property eight months later for $16,000. Terry's gain or loss is

Melissa sells stock she purchased in 2005 for a $7,500 gain in 2018. In August 2018, she also sells land she purchased as an investment in December 2017 at a loss of $12,000. I.Melissa's tax on the $7,500 gain is $1,125. II.Melissa has a deductible capital loss of $3,000 in 2018.

Long-term capital gain classification is advantageous to taxpayers because of which of the following? I.Long-term capital gains are generally taxed at a lower rate than ordinary income. II.Part of a long-term capital game is excluded from income.

A capital asset includes which of the following? I.real estate held as an investment in rental property. II.the copyright to a song held by its writer. III.real estate used in a trade or business. IV.accounts receivable.