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posted Jun 1, 2019 9:46:01 AM

1099-B: "OTHER TRANSACTIONS - Cost basis not reported to IRS - Form 8949, (X)". But I can't find a sale category 'X' in TurboTax Premier download version 2018.31.24.245

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Level 15
Jun 1, 2019 9:46:03 AM

Category X indicates the Broker does not know your Acquisition Date.

If your holding period is over one year, select LT (Long Term), otherwise select ST (Short Term)

OR enter the date from your own records.

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Level 15
Jun 1, 2019 9:46:03 AM

Category X indicates the Broker does not know your Acquisition Date.

If your holding period is over one year, select LT (Long Term), otherwise select ST (Short Term)

OR enter the date from your own records.