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How to Enter Capital Gains or a 1099B
How to Enter Capital Gains or a 1099B
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Written by Daisy Macapangal
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  1. Add Form 8949 to the Return

    • Click the "+" icon to add Form 8949 to the tax return.

  2. Link the Capital Gains Worksheet

    • Under the Description of Property section, click the gray triangle to link the Capital Gains Worksheet.

  3. Attach Additional Forms (if needed)

    • Use the paperclip icon to attach any additional supporting forms.

  4. Select the Capital Gains Worksheet

    • Click on Cap Gn Wkt - Capital Gain/Loss Transaction Worksheet to proceed.

  5. Enter the Payer’s Name

    • This should be the entity listed on the 1099-B as the issuer, or the name of the individual stock, fund, or asset.

  6. Select the Corresponding Code

    • Use the client's form to determine the correct code to enter in the 1099 column.

  7. Enter the Dates

    • Date Acquired: Typically listed as Various

    • Date Sold: Usually matches the date provided on the 1099-B or the last day of the year.

  8. Enter the Sales Price

    • This corresponds to the proceeds listed on the taxpayer’s 1099-B form (the amount the asset was sold for).

  9. Enter the Cost or Other Basis

    • This should match the cost basis listed on the taxpayer’s 1099-B form (the amount the asset was purchased for).

  10. Check for Adjustments or Wash Sales (if applicable)

    • If no adjustments are needed, you’re done at this step!

    • If Wash Sales Disallowed is listed on the taxpayer’s 1099-B, follow these steps:

      • Enter the amount in Column G.

      • Enter the code "W" in Column F.

  11. Finalize the Entry

    • Navigate to Schedule D Page 1 and answer the question.

    • This is generally answered as "No" unless specific instructions say otherwise.

📌 For a more detailed step-by-step guide, check it here:
Tutorial: How to Enter Capital Gains or a 1099B

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