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Form 8949 (US)

US IRS form used to report capital gains and losses from asset disposals, including many crypto sales.

Form 8949 (US) — crypto tax glossary (EN)

Form 8949 is where US taxpayers detail dispositions of capital assets (with totals flowing to Schedule D). Crypto tax software commonly generates Form 8949-ready reports for US filers.

Cost basis, proceeds, dates, and adjustments must match wallet/exchange records. This form is US-specific.

Educational definition — not tax advice.

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