Getting Audited for Crypto? Here’s What the IRS Looks at and How to Prepare
Crypto audits are increasing. Here's what the IRS looks for, what documents you need, and how to respond.
Was Crypto-to-Crypto Trading Ever Tax-Free? The 1031 Exchange Question Resolved
Before 2018, some argued crypto-to-crypto trades qualified as tax-free 1031 exchanges. The TCJA ended that debate. Here's the history.
Crypto Staking Taxes: What the IRS Says, What Courts Challenged, and What to Report
The IRS says staking rewards are income when received. A court case challenged that. Here's the current state of the law.
DeFi Taxes: Every Liquidity Pool, Yield Farm, and Protocol Interaction Explained
DeFi creates more taxable events per dollar than almost anything else in crypto. Here's how every major interaction is taxed.
Crypto Tax Loss Harvesting: The Complete Guide to Reducing Your Bill Legally
Tax loss harvesting is one of the most powerful tools for crypto investors. Here's everything you need to know to use it correctly.
Year-End Crypto Tax Planning: 9 Moves to Make Before December 31
Most crypto tax moves only work before December 31. Here's the complete checklist to maximize your position before year-end.
The Wash Sale Rule Does Not Apply to Crypto — And That’s a Big Deal
Unlike stocks, you can sell crypto at a loss and immediately rebuy. This tax advantage may not last — here's how to use it.
Gifting Crypto and Donating to Charity: Tax Rules That Can Save You Significantly
Donating appreciated crypto to charity eliminates capital gains AND gives you a deduction. Here's how to do it correctly.
How Holding Bitcoin for One Year Can Cut Your Tax Rate in Half
The difference between short-term and long-term crypto gains can be the difference between 37% and 20%. Here's how it works.
NFT Taxes: What You Owe When You Buy, Sell, or Create Non-Fungible Tokens
NFTs exploded in 2021. Whether investor, collector, or creator, here's what the IRS expects from your NFT activity.
The IRS Virtual Currency Question on Form 1040: What It Means and How to Answer It
The IRS crypto question sits at the very top of Form 1040. Here's every scenario that requires a Yes answer.
Crypto Mining Taxes: Hobby vs. Business — A Decision Worth Thousands
Whether mining is a hobby or business changes your entire tax picture. Here's how the IRS makes that call.