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Crypto Taxation

April 23, 2026

Amended Returns: Fixing Crypto Mistakes from Prior Years

Made crypto tax mistakes in prior years? Learn when and how to file an amended return to fix errors before the IRS finds them.

Crypto Taxation

April 16, 2026

Pre-Exit Tax Planning: What Founders Must Do Before Selling

Selling your company? Pre-exit tax moves can save millions. Learn the strategies founders use before their big payday.

Crypto Taxation

April 10, 2026

Last-Minute Crypto Tax Filing Checklist for 2025 Returns

Filing your 2025 crypto taxes? Use this last-minute checklist to ensure accurate reporting and avoid common mistakes before April 15.

Crypto Taxation

April 6, 2026

Does IRS Notice 2026-20 Allow You to Use “Spec ID” After the Fact? (Crypto Tax Explained)

Does IRS Notice 2026-20 allow crypto investors to use specific identification after the fact? Learn what the IRS actually requires and how crypto tax software fits in.

Crypto Taxation

March 23, 2026

Missed the Wallet-by-Wallet Deadline in 2025? Here’s What Crypto Investors Need to Do Now

Didn’t transition to wallet-by-wallet crypto cost basis before your first 2025 trade? Learn what IRS Notice 2026-20 requires and how to fix it.

Regulatory Compliance

March 8, 2026

Crypto Wash Sale Rule in 2026: The Gray Area Every Investor Should Understand

Does the wash sale rule apply to crypto in 2026? Crypto wash sale rules remain unclear. Here’s what we know, what may change, and how investors can reduce risk.

Crypto Taxation

March 4, 2026

Multi-Wallet Crypto Cost Basis Tracking: How to Avoid a Tax Nightmare

Multiple crypto wallets create cost basis chaos. Learn practical tracking strategies to avoid overpaying taxes and maintain IRS-compliant crypto records.

Crypto Taxation

February 26, 2026

Why Your NFT Sale Might Be Taxed as a Collectible

Selling NFTs? You might face the 28% collectible tax rate. Learn when NFTs are taxed as collectibles and strategies to reduce your bill.

Crypto Taxation

February 23, 2026

DeFi Yield Farming: What Gets Reported and What Doesn’t

DeFi yield farming creates complex tax situations. Discover what gets reported to the IRS, what doesn't, and how to track it all correctly.

Crypto Taxation

February 18, 2026

The Hidden Tax Trap of Crypto Staking Rewards

Staking rewards create hidden tax traps that catch investors off guard. Learn how rewards are taxed and strategies to minimize your liability.

Crypto Taxation

February 12, 2026

Best Crypto Tax Software for 2026

Looking for the best crypto tax software for 2026? We rank the top 8 platforms based on reconciliation strength, cost basis accuracy, and 1099-DA readiness.

Crypto Taxation

February 10, 2026

When Your Crypto Software Disagrees with Your 1099-DA

Facing a crypto software 1099-DA discrepancy? Learn why tax software and Form 1099-DA often disagree, what it means for compliance, and how to approach reporting correctly.

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