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Level 3
October 26, 2022
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Possibly Recording losses

  • October 26, 2022
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Hello TurboTax Community

I Bought more stuff on my PayPal account this year than I earned money wise.

Is this considered a net loss?

If so, am I able to file it as such in my taxes?

If not for either question, then that's fine. I was just curious.

Best answer by VolvoGirl

Was this for a business you are doing?  You can only deduct business expenses and purchases.  For personal you can't deduct losses.

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VolvoGirl
VolvoGirlAnswer
Level 15
October 26, 2022

Was this for a business you are doing?  You can only deduct business expenses and purchases.  For personal you can't deduct losses.

Level 3
October 26, 2022

I bought stuff and earned money on my personal account.

Regardless, thanks for letting me know.

VolvoGirl
Level 15
October 26, 2022

Did you buy and sell stuff?  You might have to report it as self employment.  Then  you can show a loss.  Give more details.  Doesn't matter if it is a personal PayPal account.  It could be considered a business to you.