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Current Federal Tax Developments · Dec 30, 2025

Valuation Wars and Section 170 Substantiation: Analyzing the Barney v. Commissioner Bargain Sale Decision

Tax Brief summary and classification of the original reporting.

Bottom Line

💡 Valuation Wars and Section 170 Substantiation: Analyzing the Barney v. Commis.... Worth reviewing for potential client impact.

Summary

In Barney v. Commissioner, T.C. Memo. 2025-133, the United States Tax Court addressed complex issues surrounding the conversion of for-profit entities into nonprofit organizations via a bargain sale. The case serves as a critical study for tax professionals regarding the valuation of distressed a...

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Category: fyiPriority: importantReason: Contains 'tax court' - significant update

Applies To

990

Affected Groups

Nonprofit specialists

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