Does a Gifted Asset Have a Carryover Basis or a Step-Up in Basis?

by Albert Gurevich on December 24, 2012

A gifted asset does not get a step-up in basis. Instead, carryover basis is used. So if the asset in question is going to be sold in the near future, it might be a good idea to wait until the asset is passed by inheritance instead.

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