PARTNERSHIP TAX RETURN PROBLEM 1

Required: For 2015, complete Aspen Ridge limited partnership's page 1 of Form 1065; complete Schedule K on page 4 of Form 1065; complete lines 1 and 2 of the Analysis of Net Income (Loss) at the top of page 5 of Form 1065; and complete Schedules M-1 and M-2 at the bottom of page 5 of Form 1065. Finally, complete Mark Sullivan's Schedule K-1. Form 4562 for depreciation is not required. Include any tax depreciation or Section 179 expense on the appropriate line of page 1 of Form 1065 or Schedule K. If any information is missing, use reasonable assumptions to fill in any gaps. The forms, schedules, and instructions can be found at the IRS Web site (www.irs.gov). The instructions can be helpful in completing the forms.

Facts: The Aspen Ridge limited partnership was formed on April 1, 2009, by Mark Sullivan, its general partner, and two other limited partners when they each contributed an equal amount of cash to start the new enterprise. Aspen Ridge is an outdoor equipment retailer selling camping, fishing, skiing, and other outdoor gear to the general public. Mark has a 33.33% profits, loss, and capital interest and the limited partners hold the remaining 66.66% of the profits, loss, and capital interests. Their profits, loss, and capital interests have remained unchanged since the partnership was formed. Mark is actively involved in managing the business while the limited partners are simply investors. Aspen Ridge is located at 1065 North 365 South, Ogden, Utah 84401. The employer identification number for Aspen Ridge is 85-8976654. Aspen Ridge uses the accrual method of accounting and has a calendar year-end. Mark's address is 543 Wander Lane, Holliday, Utah 84503 and his Social Security number is 445-27-3484. The following is Aspen Ridge's 2015 income statement for books:

Notes:

1.Aspen Ridge has total assets of $1,725,800 and total liabilities of $540,300 at the beginning of the year and total assets of $2,065,300 and total liabilities of $806,640 at the end of the year.

2.Partnership liabilities consist of accounts payable, and Mark, as general partner, is legally responsible for paying these liabilities if the partnership does not.

3.Two years ago, Aspen Ridge purchased an original Ansel Adams outdoor landscape photograph with the intent to display it permanently in the retail store. This year, however, the photograph was sold to a local ski lodge where it now hangs on the wall. The $34,000 recognized gain from the sale is reflected in the income statement above.

4.For tax purposes, Aspen Ridge has consistently elected under Section 179 to expense any furniture or fixtures purchased every year since it was formed. As a result, it does not have a tax basis in any of its depreciable assets. This year, Aspen Ridge expensed $17,300 of signs and display cases for tax purposes.

5.On November 20, Aspen Ridge distributed $180,000 ($60,000 per partner) to the partners.

6.Miscellaneous expenses include a $900 fine for violating a local signage ordinance.

7.Aspen Ridge maintains its books using generally accepted accounting principles.

Aspen Ridge Income Statement For year ending December 31, 2015 Sales Sales returns and allowances Cost of goods sold Gross profit from operations $965,500 (9,700) (538,200) $417600 Other Income Interest from money market account Gain from sale of photograph Gross income $ 3,200 34,000 $454,800 Expenses Employee wages Interest on accounts payable Payroll and property taxes Supplies Rent on retail building Depreciation on furniture and fixtures Advertising Guaranteed payments to Mark Sullivan Utilities Accounting and legal services Meals and entertainment Charitable contribution to the Sierra Club Miscellaneous expenses Total Expenses Net income for books $ 95,400 2,700 10,800 4,300 18,500 4,550 8,300 35,000 6,400 4,400 2,240 3,300 5,750 (201,640 $ 253,160 Aspen Ridge Income Statement For year ending December 31, 2015 Sales Sales returns and allowances Cost of goods sold Gross profit from operations $965,500 (9,700) (538,200) $417600 Other Income Interest from money market account Gain from sale of photograph Gross income $ 3,200 34,000 $454,800 Expenses Employee wages Interest on accounts payable Payroll and property taxes Supplies Rent on retail building Depreciation on furniture and fixtures Advertising Guaranteed payments to Mark Sullivan Utilities Accounting and legal services Meals and entertainment Charitable contribution to the Sierra Club Miscellaneous expenses Total Expenses Net income for books $ 95,400 2,700 10,800 4,300 18,500 4,550 8,300 35,000 6,400 4,400 2,240 3,300 5,750 (201,640 $ 253,160