Does James have income, gain or loss on the transaction in which he receives stock in TOBY, INC.? Indicate the amount of any income, gain, or loss. What is James’s basis in TOBY, INC. stock? Does Jenna have income, gain, or loss on the transaction in which she receives stock in TOBY, INC.? Indicate the amount of any income, gain, or loss.
Does James have income, gain or loss on the transaction in which he receives stock in TOBY, INC.? Indicate the amount of any income, gain, or loss. What is James’s basis in TOBY, INC. stock? Does Jenna have income, gain, or loss on the transaction in which she receives stock in TOBY, INC.? Indicate the amount of any income, gain, or loss.
Chapter17: Corporations: Introduction And Operating Rules
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- Does James have income, gain or loss on the transaction in which he receives stock in TOBY, INC.? Indicate the amount of any income, gain, or loss.
- What is James’s basis in TOBY, INC. stock?
- Does Jenna have income, gain, or loss on the transaction in which she receives stock in TOBY, INC.? Indicate the amount of any income, gain, or loss.

Transcribed Image Text:**Formation of TOBY, INC., a C Corporation**
The following three individuals decide to form TOBY, INC., a C corporation:
**James:** Receives 500 shares of stock
- **Services performed** (developed technology platform) - **$40,000**
- **Contributed computer and peripheral equipment** - **$5,000**
Total Contribution: **$10,000**
**Jenna:** Receives 500 shares of stock
- **Cash** - **$20,000**
- **Office furnishings** (desk, chairs, retail fixtures) - **$10,000**
Total Contribution: **$30,000**
**Ollie:** Receives 500 shares of stock
- **Land and Building** - **$30,000**
- **Mortgage on land & building** (assumed by TOBY, INC.) - **$60,000**
Total Contribution: **$100,000**
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