Should Traders Take the QBI Deduction?

If you’re a full-time trader working in the United States, you might have heard of the Qualified Business Income Deduction. This relatively new deduction has allowed certain business owners to save money on their taxes. You may be wondering if you qualify for the deduction. Here’s what you need to know: What is the QBI?… Read more »

Do You Have to Pay Taxes on Bitcoin and Crypto?

Bitcoin and cryptocurrency in general have exploded in popularity over the past few years. Millions of Americans have bought, sold and used cryptocurrency for a variety of purposes. Those who are new to the crypto world might wonder whether there are any tax implications to buying, selling and using Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. The answer… Read more »

A Tax Guide for Sole Proprietorship Traders

When you make part or all of your income from day trading, you have several different options for categorizing and conducting your enterprise. While business entities such as LLCs and C-Corporations are often the smartest choices as far as tax benefits go, many traders prefer to trade as a sole proprietorship. Sole traders or proprietorships… Read more »

How To Qualify for Active Trader Tax Status

One of the great things about trading is that all you have to do to become a trader is get started. Many people trade as a hobby, while others trade full-time to make a living, and then there are some traders who fall somewhere along that spectrum with their activities. Depending on how much and… Read more »

Why Have a Professional Prepare Your Taxes?

In the age of DIY and free tax software, it can be difficult to see the value in hiring a tax service to help you when it comes time to file. Many of us are of the mindset that there’s no good reason to pay someone else for something we can do ourselves. While this… Read more »

Four Tax Deductions for Traders

Working as a day trader can be a challenge. Making quick moves in a constantly fluctuating stock market that result in consistent profit is a job that takes time, skill, and resources to master. Fortunately, when tax season rolls around, many of the expenses required to keep up with the industry translate into write-offs. In… Read more »