Reference no: EM133921830
Problem I
Mrs. and Mr. Anders have three children who, at the end of the current year, are 4, 12, and 18 years of age. The 18 year old child has a serious physical infirmity, but does not qualify for the disability tax credit. Mrs. Anders had earned income of $18,000, while Mr. Anders had earned income of $69,000. Payments for child care were $190 per week for 50 weeks. Mr. Anders' net income exceeded that of Mrs. Anders in 2024.
During the current year, Mrs. Anders spent six weeks in jail as the result of a conviction for possession of an illegal substance. Following her release, Mr. Anders spent three weeks in the hospital because of a stress related disorder. Get the instant assignment help.
Determine the maximum deduction for child care expenses and identify the individual who can make the claim.
Problem II
Frank's Auto Body, a sole proprietorship, keeps its accounting books and records on a cash basis. During its 2024 fiscal period, its first year of operation, the business has cash sales of $71,200. At the end of the fiscal period, an additional $22,450 of revenues are receivable. Of the amounts received, $7,100 was for services that will only be delivered in the 2024 fiscal period. Frank estimates that $650 of the 2024 receivables are doubtful of collection. What is the business income for the 2024 fiscal period?
Problem III
In 2023, Jack Harris sells capital property with an ACB of $87,200 for $105,300. In accordance with the sales agreement he receives a down payment of $5,300 in 2023, a second payment of $50,000 in 2024, and a final payment of $50,000 in 2025. What is the minimum amount that Jack will have to include in his income for 2023, 2024, and 2025 as a result of the sale?