Longhorn Company reports current E&P of $100,000 in 20X3 and…

Longhorn Company reports current E&P of $100,000 in 20X3 and a deficit of ($200,000) in accumulated E&P at the beginning of the year. Longhorn distributed $300,000 to its sole shareholder on January 1, 20X3. The shareholder’s tax basis in his stock in Longhorn is $100,000. How is the distribution treated by the shareholder in 20X3? 

Sarah is a 50percent partner in the SF Partnership and has a…

Sarah is a 50percent partner in the SF Partnership and has an outside basis of $56,000 at the end of the year prior to any distributions. On December 31, Sarah receives a proportionate operating distribution of $20,000 cash. What is the amount and character of Sarah’s recognized gain or loss and what is her basis in her partnership interest?