Dave contributes land (adjusted basis of $30,000; fair market value of $100,000) to Tan, Inc., in exchange for all of its stock. The land is encumbered by a mortgage of $27,000 which Tan assumes. Since the transaction qualifies for nonrecognition treatment under § 351, Tan's adjusted basis for the land is $73,000 ($100,000 - $27,000) and Dave's adjusted basis for the stock is $3,000 ($30,000 - $27,000).

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Under § 351, Tan's adjusted basis for the land is Dave's adjusted basis of $30,000, and Dave's adjusted basis for the stock is also $30,000, as the mortgage assumed does not affect the basis calculation.

Dave Contributes Land (Adjusted Basis of $30,000; Fair Market Value