Question 1
Under a divorce settlement, Joan transferred her 50% ownership of their personal residence to Jim. The joint basis of the residence was 200,000\. At the time of the transfer, the property’s fair market value was 300,000. What was Joan’s recognized gain and Jim’s basis for the residence?
- Recognized Gain: $50,000 Basis: $250,000
- Recognized Gain: $50,000 Basis: $300,000
- Recognized Gain: $0 Basis: $200,000
- Recognized Gain: $0 Basis: $300,000
Explanation: In this instance, there is no gain recognized because no consideration changed hands. Additionally, since Jim was an original owner of the home, upon the settlement Joan’s 50% share transfers to him, but the basis does not change.