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Capital Gain or Loss Form 1040 Line 13 Pub 4012 Tab D Pub 4491 Part 3 Lesson 11Introduction What is a capital gain? It's the taxpayers profit when they sell a capital asset for more than they have

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How to fill out form 1040 line 13:

1. Locate line 13 on form 1040, which is labeled "Capital gain or loss". This line is used to report any gains or losses from the sale of assets or investments.
2. Determine if you have any capital gains or losses to report. Capital gains occur when you sell an asset or investment for more than its original purchase price, while capital losses occur when you sell for less than the purchase price.
3. If you have capital gains, you will need to report them on line 13a. Enter the total amount of your capital gains in the designated box on line 13a.
4. If you have capital losses, you will need to report them on line 13b. Enter the total amount of your capital losses in the designated box on line 13b. Note that if you have both capital gains and losses, you will need to subtract your losses from your gains and enter the net amount in the appropriate box.
5. Calculate and enter the total amount of capital gain or loss on line 13c. This will be the difference between your total capital gains and total capital losses, or the net amount if you have both.
6. Finally, transfer the amount from line 13c to the appropriate section on your tax return, as instructed by the form's instructions.

Who needs form 1040 line 13:

1. Individuals who have engaged in the sale of assets or investments may need to report capital gains or losses.
2. Taxpayers who have sold stocks, bonds, real estate, or other types of assets may need to fill out form 1040 line 13.
3. Individuals who have received a Form 1099-B, which reports proceeds from broker and barter exchange transactions, may need to report capital gains or losses on line 13.
4. Investors who have experienced gains or losses from the sale of mutual funds, ETFs, or other investment vehicles may also need to report on line 13 of form 1040.
5. It is important to note that the specific circumstances and financial activities of each individual may vary, so consulting with a tax professional or referring to the IRS instructions for form 1040 is recommended to determine if form 1040 line 13 is applicable to your situation.

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