In 2021, James contributes a building to Keen Corporation in exchange for common stock. James's basis in the building is $400,000 and the FMV is $600,000. The common stock James received is worth $700,000. James owns 60% of the voting stock and 90% of the non-voting stock after the exchange. What is James's taxable gain in 2021?

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In 2021, James contributes a building to Keen Corporation in exchange for common stock. James's basis in the building is $400,000 and the FMV is $600,000. The common stock James received is worth $700,000. James owns 60% of the voting stock and 90% of the non-voting stock after the exchange. What is James's taxable gain in 2021?

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