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IRS Form 8949
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IRS Form 8949 Sales and Other Dispositions of Capital Assets
What Is IRS Form 8949?
This is a tax form that was released by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Check the official IRS-issued instructions before completing and submitting the form.
FAQ
Q: What is IRS Form 8949?A: IRS Form 8949 is used to report sales and other dispositions of capital assets, such as stocks, bonds, and real estate.
Q: When do I need to file IRS Form 8949?A: You need to file IRS Form 8949 if you have sold or disposed of capital assets during the tax year.
Q: What information do I need to complete IRS Form 8949?A: You will need to provide details about each capital asset transaction, including the date of acquisition, date of sale, cost basis, and sale proceeds.
Q: How do I report short-term and long-term capital gains on IRS Form 8949?A: You report short-term capital gains in Part I of IRS Form 8949 and long-term capital gains in Part II.
Q: Do I need to attach IRS Form 8949 to my tax return?A: Yes, you need to attach IRS Form 8949 to your tax return if you have any capital asset transactions to report.
Q: Are there any exceptions to filing IRS Form 8949?A: There are some exceptions, such as if all your capital asset transactions are reported on other forms like Form 1099-B or if you have no capital asset transactions to report.
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