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Tax Time 2012


Tax Time 2012It is tax time again and for active traders and investors there are a lot of changes to know about for filing your 2011 capital gains taxes. New cost basis reporting laws have resulted in new forms, and some changes to past procedure, resulting in higher accountability for filing correctly!

On this resource page we have gathered key information and links that will help you file 2011 income taxes accurately and easily. And don’t forget to post any comments or questions at the bottom of this page to contribute to the online discussion!

What You Need to Know to Complete Your Trader Taxes:

  • TradeLog – Tax Software for Active Traders. Learn what makes TradeLog the number one choice of leading tax experts when it comes to filing trader taxes:
    Click here to learn about TradeLog Software.

  • Important dates for filing 2011 trader taxes. Filing deadlines are different this year than normal, keep on schedule with important dates:
    Click here for a list of key dates and deadlines.

  • New Form 8949 for Schedule D reporting. The IRS has redesigned the Schedule D and done away with the D-1, replacing it with a new Form 8949 that is required for traders and investors:
    Click here to learn more about the new Form 8949.

  • New Form 1099b Reporting. Your 1099b will look much different this year than in the past because of Cost Basis Reporting Laws. Learn why and what you need to know about the affects on you:
    Go to our Cost Basis Reporting resources.

  • Capital Gains Taxes for 2011. Be aware of tax rates that affect your 2011 reporting, as well as future changes:
    Click here to read about capital gains tax rates for 2011.

    • Online Discussion: post your comments and questions below!