Question

Daniela is a 25% partner in the JRD Partnership. On January 1, JRD makes a proportionate, liquidating distribution of $16,000 cash, inventory with a $16,000 fair value (inside basis $8,000), and accounts receivable with a fair value of $8,000 (inside basis of $12,000) to Daniela. JRD has no liabilities at the date of the distribution. Daniela's basis in her JRD partnership interest is $20,000. What is the amount and character of Daniela's gain or loss from the distribution?

Answer 1

Answer: The amount and character of Daniela's gain or loss from the distribution will be $0.

Explanation:

Given : Daniela is a 25% partner in the JRD Partnership, liquidating distribution of $16,000 cash, inventory with a $16,000 fair value (inside basis $8,000), and accounts receivable with a fair value of $8,000.

Here, Daniela will not recognize any gain or loss on the distribution. She will instead reduce the basis of the inventory she receives in complete liquidation of her interest.