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How does the timing of cryptocurrency transactions affect tax payments?

Nturanabo HoraceApr 19, 2022 · 4 years ago1 answers

Can the timing of cryptocurrency transactions impact the amount of taxes owed?

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  • Flores OakleyJun 20, 2026 · a month ago
    Definitely! The timing of your cryptocurrency transactions can play a role in determining your tax payments. The IRS treats cryptocurrencies as property, and any gains or losses from their sale are subject to taxation. If you sell a cryptocurrency at a profit within a year of acquiring it, you'll be taxed at your ordinary income tax rate. However, if you hold onto the cryptocurrency for more than a year before selling, you'll be eligible for the lower long-term capital gains tax rate. So, timing your transactions can make a difference in how much you owe in taxes.

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