Lucy owns 400 shares of linus inc adjusted basis 210000 on


Lucy owns 400 shares of Linus, Inc. (adjusted basis $210,000). On September 28, 2014, she sells the 400 shares for their fair market value of $195,000. On October 12, 2014, she purchases 450 shares of Linus, Inc. for $220,500. In addition, Lucy received a gift of land in 1986 worth $31,000. The donor’s adjusted basis was $50,000. Lucy sold the land in 2014 for $85,000.

What is the realized gain/loss and recognized gain/loss on the September 28th sale AND what is the adjusted basis on the 450 shares purchased on October 12?

What is the recognized gain or loss from the land transaction in 2014? Assume no gift tax was paid.

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