$5191$ Natorp Boulevard

Mason, OH $45040$

March $29,2024$

Mr$.$ Troy Kennedy

$1635$ Maple Street

Syracuse, NY $13201$

Dear Mr$.$ Kennedy:

This letter is in response to your question as to whether you must report gain on the transfer of property to Red Corporation. Our

conclusion is based on the facts as outlined in your March $12$ letter. Any change in facts may cause our conclusion to be

inaccurate.

The property you transferred had a tax basis of $$200,000$ and a fair market value of $$850,000,$ for which you received stock

representing a $75\%$ interest in Red Corporation. The other $25\%$ interest is owned by Sarah Mitchell, who acquired her shares

several years ago.

Because the amount of stock you acquired represents less than the minimum requirement of

$\%$ interest in Red

Corporation, you

the :

gain on the transfer.

Should you need more information or need clarification on our conclusion, do not hesitate to contact me$.$

Sincerely,

Martha R$.$ Harris, CPA

Partner