PatriciaV
Employee Tax Expert

Deductions & credits

IRS Tax Topic 409-Capital Gains and Losses 

You have a capital gain if you sell the asset for more than your adjusted basis. You have a capital loss if you sell the asset for less than your adjusted basis. Losses from the sale of personal-use property, such as your home or car, aren't tax deductible.

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