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The Crypto & Investment Tax Desk

Crypto & Investment Tax Guides.

Capital Gains, Cryptocurrency Reporting & Tax Planning

Understand how taxes apply to stocks, ETFs, dividends, retirement accounts, cryptocurrency transactions, staking rewards, NFTs, and digital assets. Learn how capital gains taxes work and how to stay compliant with IRS reporting requirements.

Who this is for · Investors, crypto holders, traders, retirement savers, long-term investors

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What Investment Income Is Tax-Free? Top Tax-Exempt Strategies

Jun 8, 2026

What Investment Income Is Tax-Free? Top Tax-Exempt Strategies

Want to keep more of your earnings? Explore the best strategies for generating tax-free investment income, including municipal bonds, Roth IRAs, and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs).

How Tax Loss Harvesting Works: Offset Gains & Lower Your Taxes

Jun 7, 2026

How Tax Loss Harvesting Works: Offset Gains & Lower Your Taxes

Discover how tax loss harvesting can significantly reduce your tax bill. Learn the strategy of selling losing investments to offset capital gains and minimize your overall tax liability.

How Are ETFs Taxed? Capital Gains & Dividend Tax Rules

Jun 6, 2026

How Are ETFs Taxed? Capital Gains & Dividend Tax Rules

Do you pay taxes on Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)? Learn the essential ETF tax rules, including how capital gains, dividend distributions, and the creation/redemption process impact your taxes.

Long-Term vs. Short-Term Capital Gains Tax Rates Explained

Jun 5, 2026

Long-Term vs. Short-Term Capital Gains Tax Rates Explained

Compare long-term vs. short-term capital gains tax rates to maximize your returns. Understand the holding periods and learn how strategic investing can drastically lower your tax burden.

How Are Dividends Taxed? Qualified vs. Ordinary Dividend Rates

Jun 4, 2026

How Are Dividends Taxed? Qualified vs. Ordinary Dividend Rates

Not all dividends are taxed equally. Understand the critical difference between qualified and ordinary dividends, their respective tax rates, and how to optimize your dividend investing strategy.

Are Stablecoins Taxable? IRS Rules on USDC, USDT & Crypto Yield

Apr 5, 2026

Are Stablecoins Taxable? IRS Rules on USDC, USDT & Crypto Yield

Wondering if stablecoins like USDC or USDT are taxable? Learn how the IRS taxes stablecoin transactions, including earning yield, trading for other cryptos, and spending them on purchases.

What Happens If You Don't Report Crypto Taxes? IRS Penalties

Apr 1, 2026

What Happens If You Don't Report Crypto Taxes? IRS Penalties

Skipping crypto taxes is extremely risky. Understand the severe IRS penalties, the high risk of a tax audit, and the potential legal consequences if you fail to report your cryptocurrency gains.

How Are Crypto Losses Taxed? Deducting Crypto to Offset Gains

Mar 28, 2026

How Are Crypto Losses Taxed? Deducting Crypto to Offset Gains

Don't let your crypto losses go to waste. Discover how to accurately report cryptocurrency losses on your tax return to offset capital gains and reduce your overall ordinary income tax liability.

Do You Pay Taxes on Crypto if You Don't Sell? IRS Rules

Mar 24, 2026

Do You Pay Taxes on Crypto if You Don't Sell? IRS Rules

Holding crypto long-term? Learn the specific IRS tax rules for cryptocurrency investors and discover the scenarios where you might owe taxes even if you never sell or cash out your digital assets.

Are Wallet-to-Wallet Crypto Transfers Taxable? IRS Guidelines

Mar 20, 2026

Are Wallet-to-Wallet Crypto Transfers Taxable? IRS Guidelines

Do you pay taxes when moving crypto between your own wallets or exchanges? Find out how the IRS treats crypto transfers and how to avoid triggering accidental taxable events.

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