lyakobson
Returning Member

Crypto Rewards

I am confused as to how the following should be reported:  I received $8.78 in free crypto in 2024, all of which was sold.  I received a 1099-MISC for the $8.78 income.  On my 1099-B, the free crypto is included in my cost basis and sales proceeds.  I am currently reporting the 1099-MISC as well as the 1099-B without changes.  Is this correct?  My thinking is I received the free crypto and thus would report it as income on the 1099-MISC.  Anything I did with it later, such as using it in a transaction would be a completely separate transaction.  Do any adjustments have to be made?  Also, is $8.78 considered immaterial by the IRS?

 

Thank you.