Crypto Taxation

Guidance on evolving IRS rules and strategies to minimize your crypto tax burden while staying fully compliant with the latest laws.

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

Staking Rewards Tax Trap: 2026 IRS Rules (CPA Guide)

Per IRS Rev. Rul. 2023-14, staking rewards are taxable as ordinary income when received — even if you can't sell them yet. CPA explains.

Crypto Taxation

February 12, 2026

8 Best Crypto Tax Software in 2026 — Ranked by a CPA

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.

Crypto Taxation

February 7, 2026

Crypto Cost Basis (FIFO vs Specific ID): 2026 IRS Guide

How to choose Specific ID, FIFO, or HIFO for your crypto. The IRS rules, the 2025 wallet-by-wallet update, and how to elect. By a CPA.

Crypto Taxation

February 4, 2026

Why Your Crypto Capital Gains Don’t Match Your Cash In or Out

Why your crypto capital gains don’t match your cash deposits or withdrawals—and why you can owe tax even if you never cashed out.

Crypto Taxation

January 26, 2026

How to Reconcile Crypto Exchange Records When Form 1099-DA Tells Only Part of the Story

Struggling to reconcile Form 1099-DA with your crypto records? Learn why mismatches happen, when software falls short, and how proper reconciliation reduces audit risk.

Crypto Taxation

October 26, 2025

Form 1099-DA Explained: What Crypto Investors Need to Know for the 2025 Tax Season

Learn what Form 1099-DA reports, how wallet-by-wallet cost-basis rules apply, and why crypto investors should avoid overreliance on software and untrained preparers.

Crypto Taxation

August 19, 2025

IRS Wallet-by-Wallet Cost Basis Rules: Why You Must Track All Crypto Transfers

Learn why properly recording crypto asset transfers is essential under the IRS wallet-by-wallet cost basis rules, the risks of software “autofixes,” and the correct way to handle unknown deposits and withdrawals.

Crypto Taxation

July 2, 2025

The Benefits of Tax Loss Harvesting in Cryptocurrency Investing

Crypto tax loss harvesting is a smart move in any market, but it’s especially beneficial in the blockchain world.

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