Allen, Beth, and Charlie formed Brick Corporation. Allen and Beth each received one-third of Brick stock in exchange for property transferred. Charlie contributed services in exchange for his one-third stock ownership. Are these exchanges taxable under Section 351? Also, explain Section 351 transactions in general and describe several steps they can take to reduce their tax liability.

Allen, Beth, and Charlie formed Brick Corporation. Allen and Beth each received one-third of Brick stock in exchange for property transferred. Charlie contributed services in exchange for his one-third stock ownership. Are these exchanges taxable under Section 351? Also, explain Section 351 transactions in general and describe several steps they can take to reduce their tax liability.

SWFT Comprehensive Vol 2020

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Chapter18: Corporations: Organization And Capital Structure

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