INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING DISCUSSION
Reporting Various Income Items
According to your text, the accounting profession has adopted a modified all-inclusive concept to income reporting. Using this approach companies report unusual or irregular items as a part of net income. What are these items and they are they reported separately on the income statement?
FEDERAL TAX:
Individuals who own homes may take a tax deduction for interest paid. Many individuals believe that this tax law discriminates against individuals who rent. Do you think this deduction is discriminatory? Explain and share your thoughts.
Additionally, gifts and inheritances have been excluded from gross income since 1913. Discuss the tax consequences of gifts made of property and any income produced by the property. What, if any, are the exclusions and taxable income according to Section 102.