Question

At her death Serena owned real estate worth $210,000 with her spouse in joint tenancy with the right of survivorship. Serena contributed $50,000 to the original cost of the property and her spouse contributed the remaining $100,000. What amount, if any, is included in Serena's gross estate?

Answer 1

Answer: $105000

Explanation:

From the question, we are informed that Serena owned real estate worth $210,000 with her spouse in joint tenancy with the right of survivorship when she died and that she contributed $50,000 to the original cost of the property and her spouse contributed the remaining $100,000.

The amount, that will be included in Serena's gross estate will be:

= $210,000 × 50%

= $210000 × 0.5

= $105,000

It should be noted that only 50% will be included since she owes the property with her spouse in joint tenancy.