A, an individual, is an architect and general contractor. B is a wealthy individual. Newco's Certificate of Incorporation states that it is authorized to issue 200 shares, no par value of common...

Extracted text: A, an individual, is an architect and general contractor. B is a wealthy individual. Newco's Certificate of Incorporation states that it is authorized to issue 200 shares, no par value of common stock. B transfers S500,000 of cash to Newco in exchange for 50 shares of Newco's stock. A signs a contract with Newco in which A will perform services designing a housing project and then acting as general contractor on the construction of that housing project. In exchange, A will receive 50 shares of Newco's stock. la) How will A be treated in this transaction?