Income Tax Q&A on Family Sales and Holding Periods
The article answers tax questions about transfers to family, home sale reinvestment gains, and calculating six month long term capital gains. It notes losses from dealings with a family member are not deductible and explains when a home sale reinvestment avoids tax, plus how the six month holding period is computed with August 1 1955 as an example.
Vatican Rejects Russian Gesture as Propaganda
Vatican sources on Sunday dismissed Moscow’s offer of possible relations with the Vatican as a mere gesture to bolster Soviet propaganda. They said Russia’s claim of readiness to collaborate with the Vatican serves primarily to push a peace propaganda line.
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Tax tips on investment losses and Schedule D rules
Tax guidance shows deducting investment losses on stocks or bonds reported on Schedule D with Form 1040. personal property losses like a home or car are not deductible. It covers redecorating costs within 90 days of signing a sale contract, gains when buying a new home, and detailed steps for filling Schedule D including depreciation, cost basis, and long versus short term holding periods.
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Ford Foundation Grants Top One Billion In Year
New York reports the Ford Foundation, the wealthiest philanthropic body, has surpassed one billion dollars in gifts from the Henry Ford fortune. Established in 1936 by Henry Ford and Edsel Ford, the foundation announced grants and appropriations totaling 63 million for the year ending September 30, with the largest single grant noted.
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Woodrow Wilson ship program boosts college teacher grants
Grants totaling 24 500 000 dollars come from Ford Motor Company stock to expand a national program. The plan aims to address a shortage of college teachers as it funds expansion and distribution of funds through corporate sources.
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Inflation Breaks in Buenos Aires Report
Buenos Aires newspapers report no rise in cost of living last month, the first monthly decrease since 1944. Economists note stable prices amid easing demand and currency stability in the capital. Local shoppers express cautious optimism about continued affordability.
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