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posted Mar 21, 2025 8:44:26 AM

need to put in my loss on 9/26/2024 Florida Hurricane Helene?

My house became a total loss--[PII removed], Seminole Fl 33772 from hurricane Helene

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Level 15
Mar 21, 2025 9:03:09 AM

for loss of personal use property in a federally declared disaster area, the tax laws give you a choice. you can report it in the prior year or the year of the loss. For personal use property complete form 4684 section A.  

Expert Alumni
Mar 21, 2025 10:10:37 AM

Follow these steps:

  • FEMA website to search for specific disaster for the code to file the forms.
  • I have another post where I showed how to enter Form 4684 Hurricane Milton.
  • Choose which year gives you the higher refund

I am sorry for your loss.