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P1-U06 · PART 1 · SOURCE CYCLE 2026-2027
Calculating Basis of Assets
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Q1.What is the basis for gain when gifted property’s fair market value is below the donor’s adjusted basis?
The donor’s adjusted basis, plus or minus required basis adjustments while the recipient holds the property.
Q2.What is the general cost basis of purchased property?
cost generally includes cash paid plus debt assumed and other amounts paid to acquire the property settlement fees and closing costs that are capital expenditures are added when they are part of the purchase basis is later adjusted for improvements, depreciation, and other required items