What are the tax implications of wash sales in cryptocurrency investments?

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• Feb 17, 2022 · 3 years ago
  Wash sales in cryptocurrency investments can have a significant impact on your tax liability. If you sell a cryptocurrency at a loss and buy it back within a short period of time, the loss is disallowed for tax purposes. This means you cannot deduct the loss from your capital gains. Instead, the loss is added to the cost basis of the repurchased cryptocurrency. When you eventually sell the repurchased cryptocurrency, the adjusted cost basis will affect your capital gains or losses. It's important to understand the tax implications of wash sales and consult with a tax professional to ensure compliance with tax laws and optimize your tax strategy.
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