P17.3 William Hubble is contemplating selling rental property that originally cost $200 000. He believes that it has appreciated in value at an annual rate of 6% over its four-year holding period. He will have to pay a commission equal to 5% of the sale price to sell the property.

Currently, the property has a book value of $137 000. The mortgage balance outstanding at the time of sale currently is $155 000. He will have to pay a 20% tax on any capital gains.

a. Calculate the tax payable on the proposed sale.

b. Calculate the after-tax net proceeds associated with the proposed sale, CFR.