1099B through Equatex cost basis line only references **. Does that mean that the cost basis would be $0? Are cost basis on long term incentives usually $0?

[DDollar]

No, the cost basis of long term incentives is never zero, that I know of.  Equatex is an employee share plan administration company.  This indicates to me that the 1099-B was for shares of stock acquired via some sort of employee stock plan (options, ESPP, RSU, Restricted Stock).  I can't say for sure, but the  ** probably indicates missing cost basis.  You should contact Equatex  and/or your employer to get more information on the cost basis.