What are the tax implications of trading cryptocurrencies in the USA in 2018?

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• Muhamad AlfariziSep 24, 2021 · 4 years ago
  Trading cryptocurrencies in the USA in 2018 can have tax implications that traders need to be aware of. The IRS treats cryptocurrencies as property, which means that any gains or losses from cryptocurrency trading are subject to capital gains tax. The tax rate depends on the holding period of the cryptocurrency. If you hold the cryptocurrency for less than a year, the gains are considered short-term and taxed at your ordinary income tax rate. If you hold the cryptocurrency for more than a year, the gains are considered long-term and taxed at a lower capital gains tax rate. It's important to accurately calculate your tax liabilities by keeping track of all your cryptocurrency transactions and reporting them on your tax return. Failing to report cryptocurrency trading activities to the IRS can result in penalties and potential audits.
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