JamesG1
Expert Alumni

After you file

The capital loss offsets income in the current year or in a subsequent year if the loss is carried forward.

 

If the loss is not reported, a tax authority could question at a later time.  

 

If the loss is not reported, maintain the documentation in your tax records should there be a question at a later time.

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