We have lost over $9000 in stocks this past year, but we don't have the paperwork. What can we do?

[VolvoGirl]

Did you have sales?  Wait for the 1099B.  It might come later in February.  Or ask the broker or company for it.

[Hal_Al]

You may not claim an "unrealized" loss ("paper loss") on stocks you own.  You do not have a deductible loss until you "realize" the loss (sell the stock).  Brokers and other financial institutions are required to give you an IRS form 1099-B for all security (stocks and mutual funds) sales.