Form 8949, Sales and Other Dispositions of Capital Assets

Introduction

Form 8949, Sales and Other Dispositions of Capital Assets is used to report sales, exchanges, or dispositions of capital assets, including stocks, bonds, and real estate. For tax-exempt organizations filing Form 990-T, 8949 attachment is used to report capital gains or losses arising from unrelated business income transactions.

In this guide, we'll learn more about Form 8949, providing insights into its purpose, filing requirements, and commonly asked questions.

What is Form 8949?

Form 8949 reports the sale or exchange of capital assets, providing the IRS with details about each transaction. It lists information like the date of purchase, date of sale, cost basis, and proceeds, and classifies transactions as short-term (assets held for one year or less) or long-term (assets held for more than one year).

Who must file Form 8949?

Form 8949 must be filed by individuals, businesses, and tax-exempt organizations that have sold or exchanged capital assets during the tax year. This includes anyone who has received a Form 1099-B from a broker or anyone with a sale of assets such as stocks, bonds, real estate, or other investments

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1. Provide Organization Details - Choose the tax year for which you want to file Form 8949 return, and provide your organization’s details.
2. Preview Form 8949 - Attach Form 8949 to report sales and exchanges of capital assets and preview the information provided in the return for accuracy before transmitting.
3. Transmit to the IRS - Transmit Form 8949 along with your 990-T Return to the IRS and get the acceptance in just a few hours.

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