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posted Jun 4, 2019 4:06:32 PM

If a donated boat has no odometer how can I complete Form 1098C which requires and odometer reading?

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New Member
Jun 4, 2019 4:06:34 PM

Enter "999999" as the odometer mileage (or the reading on the Hobbs meter, if installed). 

(A Hobbs meter records the number of hours the engines have operated).

Boats and airplanes don't have odometers, so your entry in Box 2a of the Form 1099-C won't affect anything on your tax return. 

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New Member
Jun 4, 2019 4:06:34 PM

Enter "999999" as the odometer mileage (or the reading on the Hobbs meter, if installed). 

(A Hobbs meter records the number of hours the engines have operated).

Boats and airplanes don't have odometers, so your entry in Box 2a of the Form 1099-C won't affect anything on your tax return.