Published On Mar 28, 2023
It's that time of year again! As you prepare to file your taxes, it's crucial to understand the tax implications of owning #bitcoin. Unchained's Director of Client Solutions Connor Dent walks you through:
- Bitcoin as property for tax purposes
- The difference between acquisitions and dispositions
- Calculating capital gain or loss for classic sales
- FIFO and specific coin identification
- The benefits of using a bitcoin IRA to minimize tax obligations
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Note: The educational content in this video is designed around the United States. Nothing herein is catered to your specific circumstances, so please get advice from a tax professional in your local area.
0:00 Introduction
0:53 Bitcoin is property
1:18 Acquisitions vs. dispositions
1:37 Acquisitions
3:04 Dispositions
4:18 Determining capital gain or loss for classic sales
5:23 FIFO and specific coin identification
6:00 Minimizing tax obligations with a bitcoin IRA
6:33 Wrap up