Surgent's Nuts & Bolts of Cryptocurrency Taxation & 1099-DAs

Overview

With over 40 percent of Americans owning digital assets and a single bitcoin now valued at over $100K, cryptocurrency is no longer a niche subject, yet few tax professionals understand how to help individuals and businesses who are dealing with digital assets. This session walks you through the tax implications of common cryptocurrency-related transactions and how to successfully service clients dealing in digital assets. We will also cover current developments surrounding this topic, such as Form 1099-DAs, the updated version of the digital assets question on Form 1040 and a series of chief counsel memorandums related to digital assets and tax planning opportunities.