Kathleen received land as a gift from her grandfather. At the time of the gift, the land had a FMV of $105,000 and an adjusted basis of $85,000 to Kathleen\'s grandfather. The grandfather did not have any gift taxes due. One year later, Kathleen sold the land for $110,000. What was her gain or (loss) on this transaction? Solution Gain or loss on the sale of land = 110000-85000 i.e 25000.