Thanks maglib - That's what I initially thought. But then looking at the HP Alumni spreadsheet (post2000 one), it works up the gains for the Seattle SpinCo which should be on the 1099B. The spreadsheet creator also states that the SpinCo transaction would also require reporting elements (certain ESPP shares) as ordinary income as well). Still confused. My broker only supplied a 1099B w the number of shares and 'Proceeds' listed with an empty cost basis box and zero entered for Gains/Losses. TurboTax wants me to enter the basis since it's missing. From what I think you said, I'm safe to enter the same amount from Proceeds in the cost basis box. Correct? Thanks again.
