Question

How much increase in net worth (equity) would a market basis balance sheet show over a cost basis if Land was purchased for $1,000,000, is currently valued at $5,500,000 and capital gains taxes are 10%

Answer 1

Answer: $4,050,000

Explanation:

Increase in net worth shows the after tax gain that the person got after the land in question increased in value.

= (Current value - Purchase price) * ( 1 - tax rate)

= (5,500,000 - 1,000,000) * (1 - 10%)

= 4,500,000 * 0.90

= $4,050,000