Question

On January 2, 2016, Tim loans his S corporation $10,000. By the end of 2018, Tim's stock basis is zero, and the basis in his note has been reduced to $8,000. During 2019, the company's operating income is $10,000. The company makes 2019 distributions to Tim of $8,000. Tim reports a(n):

a. $2,000 LTCG.
b. $8,000 LTCG.
c. Stock basis of $2,000.
d. Loan basis of $10,000.

Answer 1

Option B is correct one.

$8,000 LTCG

Step-by-step explanation:

The company makes 2019 distributions to Tim of $8,000. Tim reports a(n) $8,000 LTCG.

It is held more than one year. LTCG will be the distribution over the stock basis. Here the stock basis is 0.