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Crypto Taxes

Everything you need to know about how crypto is taxed

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Understanding your crypto taxes

Not sure if you owe taxes on your crypto? Learn how using crypto this year can affect your U.S. taxes.

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Crypto and U.S. income taxes: When and how is crypto taxed as income?

From staking to sweepstakes, some of your crypto earnings, winnings, and more might be subject to U.S. federal income taxes.

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Tax forms, explained: A guide to U.S. tax forms and crypto reports

Figuring out what you owe on your assets can be tricky, even for seasoned tax professionals, so to help you avoid issues with Uncle Sam, we break down a few common forms.

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Crypto Tax Glossary

Your guide to cryptocurrency tax terms in the U.S: If this is your first time dealing with crypto as part of your tax returns, we’re here to help.

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Understanding estimated gains and losses on Coinbase

What it means when Coinbase estimates your gains and losses based on assumptions

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What’s new in U.S. crypto tax regulation? A guide to crypto’s changing rules and what they mean for you

2021 introduced some new laws that significantly changed reporting requirements for the institutions — banks, crypto exchanges, and more — that you trade your digital assets with....

What is cost basis?
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Cost basis: What is it and how it can help you calculate your crypto taxes

The first step in figuring out how much you owe in taxes is known your crypto's cost basis. Here’s what that means.

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Give the gift of crypto? Here's what to expect from your next tax return

Key things to consider before you send, receive, or sell a crypto gift

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Planning for next year? 6 strategies for minimizing your 2022-2023 crypto tax bill

It's never too early to get ahead of next year’s tax return by considering a few common strategies now. And with some careful planning, you may be able to minimize the taxes you pa...

What is Know Your Customer (KYC)?
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What is Know Your Customer (KYC)?

KYC is a regulatory requirement for financial institutions to verify the identity of their customers. It is a crucial part of anti-illegal activity measures and helps prevent illeg...