Most books on the taxation of C corporations ignore important parts of this area, such as affiliated corporations and the filing of consolidated returns. This book, in addition to discussing the rules of Subchapter C, also introduces the concepts of affiliated corporations and the important area of consolidated returns. Hence, the reader receives a complete view of corporate taxation. Part I of the book introduces the tools and terms used by corporate tax lawyers. Part II discusses the taxation of C corporations in general. Part III discusses corporate distributions. Part IV, which covers the major areas of practice, contains an extensive discussion of corporate liquidations, distributions and reorganizations. Part V discusses controlled corporations, affiliated corporations and consolidated returns. "The book is very thorough and detailed . . . While the book can certainly be used as a text, it could also serve as a valuable library resource to anyone seeking a general understanding of the structure of the corporate tax system . . . Highly recommended." -- CHOICE Magazine

This clearly written treatise is designed to make very accessible the complex subject of corporate taxation by using non-technical, straightforward language, charts, checklists, diagrams, and numerous examples to aid readers' understanding. The book starts with an introductory chapter that discusses the choice of business form; the general principle that corporate profits are subject to double taxation (once at the corporate level and again at the shareholder level); and the basics of anti-abuse rules, such as the step-transaction doctrine. Those anti-abuse rules are explored in more detail in a later chapter, as are proposals to partially or fully eliminate double taxation. The next several chapters are organized using a cradle-to-grave approach that traces the life cycle of a corporation, beginning with formation and capitalization and ending with corporate "death," liquidation. Between those events, the book discusses operational issues, including the capital structure of a corporation, distributions of cash or property, stock redemptions, and stock dividends. After corporate liquidations, the book explores more advanced topics, such as taxable stock or asset acquisitions; non-taxable corporate reorganizations and divisions; the carryover of tax attributes (such as net operating losses) following certain non-recognition transactions; and the treatment of corporate tax shelters. In addition, a chapter addresses the taxation of S corporations, which generally provides a single-tax paradigm. Understanding Corporate Taxation also includes discussion of relevant cases. It is designed to supplement any corporate tax casebook or to be used on its own.

A comprehensive and comparative analysis of corporate tax systems, focusing on structural defects and how they are addressed in practice.

The book is written for students of business economics and tax law. It focuses on investment and financing decisions in cross-border situations. In particular, the book deals with: Legal structures of international company taxation, International double taxation, Source-based and residence-based income taxation, International investment and profit shifting, International corporate tax planning, International tax planning and European law, Harmonization of corporate taxation in the European Union, International tax planning and tax accounting. International tax law is designed to avoid international double taxation and to combat international tax avoidance. Nevertheless, companies investing in foreign countries may suffer from international double taxation of profits. On the other hand, these companies may also be able to exploit an international tax rate differential by means of cross-border tax planning. Ulrich Schreiber holds the chair of Business Administration and Business Taxation at the University of Mannheim. He serves as co-editor of Schmalenbachs Zeitschrift für betriebswirtschaftliche Forschung (zfbf) and Schmalenbach Business Review (sbr) and is affiliated with the Centre for European Economic Research (ZEW) as a research associate. Ulrich Schreiber is a member of the Academic Advisory Board of the Federal Ministry of Finance.

The two-step method of the Examples & Explanations Series is especially appropriate For The complex and dynamic area of corporate taxation, and this new edition delivers precisely the right information to lead students to a deeper understanding of the field. the book provides a clear, straightforward introduction To The principles of corporate taxation, As well as examples illustrating how those principles apply in typical cases: the cradle-to-grave approach To The topic begins with incorporation and ends with liquidation, mirroring the way most corporate tax courses are taught distinctive Examples & Explanations Series questions and answers at the end of each chapter give students practice applying concepts covered in the text numerous diagrams allow students to make concepts concrete the Third Edition keeps pace with rapid developments: major new developments in the acquisitions area since 2001 are addressed in Part Five B: Tax-Free Reorganization changes resulting from the newly passed tax legislation, particularly those relating to dividends, are covered in detail in Chapter 1 (general tax rates) and throughout the entire text Chapter 12 includes a new example and explanation on acquisitions transactions all explanations now reflect the new legislation the entire text has been thoroughly update Join the many satisfied users who depend on Examples & Explanations: Corporate Taxation to show their students how classroom discussion actually applies in practice.

To view or download the 2018 Supplement to this book, click here. This book approaches corporate taxation through the lens of the M&A provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. To ensure that the reader has the appropriate background to explore concepts, Chapter 2 provides an introduction to basic corporate tax principles. Because of the globalization of business activity, this book introduces many of the issues under the Code affecting both inbound and outbound cross-border transactions. The book also looks at various proposals to reform corporate taxation.