Calculate the effect of this sales structure will be


On September 1, of the current year, James, a cash-basis taxpayer, sells his farm to Bill, also a cash-basis taxpayer, for $100,000. James' basis in the farm is $65,000. The real property tax year is the calendar year. Real estate taxes on the property for the year are $3,650 and are payable in November of the current year. The sales agreement does not provide for appointment of real estate taxes between the buyer and seller. Assume Bill pays all the real estate taxes in the current year. The effect of this sales structure will be?

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