In 2020, Merced, Inc. (a C-corporation) had net operating income of $20,000. During 2021, Merced also had long-term capital gains of $50,000 and long-term capital losses of $65,000. In addition, Merced, Inc. received a $70,000 dividend from Dolphin, Inc. in 2020. Merced owns 25% of the shares of Dolphin. Note: the operating income only includes revenue and expenses directly related to operations (it does not include any capital transactions or dividends). Determine Merced’s tax liability of 2020.

In 2020, Merced, Inc. (a C-corporation) had net operating income of $20,000. During 2021, Merced also had long-term capital gains of $50,000 and long-term capital losses of $65,000. In addition, Merced, Inc. received a $70,000 dividend from Dolphin, Inc. in 2020. Merced owns 25% of the shares of Dolphin. Note: the operating income only includes revenue and expenses directly related to operations (it does not include any capital transactions or dividends). Determine Merced’s tax liability of 2020.

SWFT Comprehensive Volume 2019

42nd Edition

ISBN:9780357233306

Author:Maloney

Publisher:Maloney

Chapter14: Property Transactions: Capital Gains And Losses, § 1231, And Recapture Provisions

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