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If it's related to business activities, such as rental property,  it's deductible. Complete Form 4684.

If this was personal, it's doubtful that the loss is deductible. A recent IRS ruling states that for a theft loss to be deductible, the transaction must be one entered into for profit. The taxpayer's motive determines whether the transaction qualifies as profit-oriented.

 

ccm 202511015

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-wd/202511015.pdf 

 

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