Benson, an individual taxpayer, reported the following items for Year 7: $70,000 of ordinary income from partnership A: operating a bowling alley in which she materially participates; $9,000 passive loss from partnership B: operating an equipment rental business in which she does not materially participate; $7,000 of rental income from a building rented to a third party; and $4,000 of interest and dividend income. What is Benson’s AGI for Year 7?

The CPA REG exam (Taxation of Individuals) focuses on federal taxation, covering gross income inclusions/exclusions, adjustments to Adjusted Gross Income (AGI), itemized deductions, tax credits, and filing statuses. It comprises 22-32% of the Regulation section, testing ability to calculate individual tax liability, passive losses, and property transactions.  Key Topics in Individual Taxation (REG) Gross Income: Inclusions (wages, interest, dividends) and exclusions (gifts, life insurance proceeds). Adjustments & Deductions: Above-the-line adjustments to arrive at AGI (e.g., IRAs, student... Show more

The CPA REG exam (Taxation of Individuals) focuses on federal taxation, covering gross income inclusions/exclusions, adjustments to Adjusted Gross Income (AGI), itemized deductions, tax credits, and filing statuses. It comprises 22-32% of the Regulation section, testing ability to calculate individual tax liability, passive losses, and property transactions. 

Key Topics in Individual Taxation (REG)
Gross Income: Inclusions (wages, interest, dividends) and exclusions (gifts, life insurance proceeds).
Adjustments & Deductions: Above-the-line adjustments to arrive at AGI (e.g., IRAs, student loan interest).
Itemized Deductions: Medical expenses, taxes paid, interest (mortgage), and charitable contributions (Schedule A).
Filing Status & Exemptions: Single, Married Filing Jointly/Separately, Head of Household, Qualifying Surviving Spouse.
Tax Credits: Refundable (e.g., Earned Income Credit) vs. Nonrefundable (e.g., Child Tax Credit).
Property Transactions: Capital gains/losses, basis calculations, and depreciation recapture for individuals.
Loss Limitations: Passive activity loss rules and at-risk limitations. 

Important Details for Candidates
Exam Structure: Covers federal tax procedures, ethics, and professional responsibility (e.g., Treasury Dept Circular 230).
Key Dates: Individual tax returns are due April 15; form 4868 allows an automatic six-month extension.
Focus Areas: High focus on tax implications of pass-through entities (Partnerships, S Corps) and capital transactions.
Study Tip: Focus on applying tax laws through simulations rather than just memorizing rules.

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