Helen Derby borrowed $150,000 to acquire a parcel of land
Helen Derby borrowed $150,000 to acquire a parcel of land to be held for investment purposes. During the current
year, she reported AGI of $90,000 and paid interest of $12,000 on the loan. Other items related to Helen’s investments include the following:
Interest and annuity income ——– $11,000
Long-term capital gain on sale of stock ———– $3,500
Real estate tax on the investment land ———– $200