Question

Winkin contributes property with a value of $45,000 and Blinkin contributes property with a value of $90,000 to form Boat Corp in exchange for 25 and 50 shares of Boat, respectively. Which shareholder qualifies for Section 351 deferral of any gain or loss

Answer 1

Answer:

Winkin, with 25 shares of Boat Corporation, qualifies for Section 351 deferral of any gain or loss.

Explanation:

IRC Section 351 has this major requirement; it only applies to the exchange of property for voting stock in the corporation. If any shareholder involved in the transaction receives equity for something other than voting stock, e.g. services; the transaction may not qualify for tax deferral.