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posted Oct 11, 2021 11:34:10 AM

cap gains reporting from 1099b from Etrade

I have a significant # of trades to input for cap gain purposes.  Do I need to list each trade separately or can I use the short term and long term totals from the 1009b form I received from Etrade.

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Level 15
Oct 11, 2021 12:26:15 PM

types A and D (proceeds and cost reported to IRS can each be reported as a single line item provided there are no adjustments such as for wash sales. all others must be detailed.

 

the work around is to list each type as a single line item. use adjustment code M (multiple trades) then submit for 8453 to IRS. it and a copy 1099-B detailing each trade must be mailed as instructed. check the box 8949

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f8453.pdf 

 

 

do you have a problem when you try to import from E-trade which should bring in each trade and thus no entries by you would be needed UNLESS $0 cost is involved which presents an issue - either on the broker side or Turbotax side - zero cost box left blank causes an issue in Turbotax.   

 

New Member
Oct 12, 2021 7:07:37 AM

Thank you Mike9241.  I did do the import function which was easier than I thought.  Except for one Fin. Institution.