To add: From the IRS: Gives forms that are included with Schedule D.
These instructions explain how to complete Schedule D (Form 1040). Complete Form 8949 before you complete line 1b, 2, 3, 8b, 9, or 10 of Schedule D.
Use Schedule D:
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To figure the overall gain or loss from transactions reported on Form 8949;
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To report certain transactions you don't have to report on Form 8949;
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To report a gain from Form 2439 or 6252 or Part I of Form 4797;
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To report a gain or loss from Form 4684, 6781, or 8824;
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To report a gain or loss from a partnership, S corporation, estate, or trust;
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To report capital gain distributions not reported directly on Form 1040 or 1040-SR, line 7 (or effectively connected capital gain distributions not reported directly on Form 1040-NR, line 7); and
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To report a capital loss carryover from 2020 to 2021.
