During the current year, Travis takes out a $40,000 loan, using stock he owns as collateral. He

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During the current year, Travis takes out a $40,000 loan, using stock he owns as collateral. He uses $10,000 to purchase a car, which he uses 100% for personal use. He uses the remaining funds to purchase stocks and bonds. He pays $3,200 interest on the loan. Travis also reports the following for the year:

AGI without any investment income........................................... $130,000
State income taxes paid...................................................................... 8,400
Dividend income................................................................................ 10,000
Interest income.................................................................................... 2,100

Investment expenses (exclusive of interest).................................... 8,000
Net short-term capital gains............................................................... 7,300
Net long-term capital gain................................................................... 8,600

Travis is married and files a joint tax return. What is his net taxable income?

Stocks
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