Tax Tips for Day Traders

With day trading, you must plan how you will be taxed a year in advance.
Tax Tips for Day Traders
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Anne Johnson
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Day trading is dependent on individual risk tolerance and commitment. You can make a lot of money or lose it quickly. It’s not for the faint of heart. But whether you win or lose, there are tax implications.

With day trading, you must plan how you will be taxed a year in advance. You also must meet specific conditions. But what are the tax advantages, and how do you qualify for them?

Day Traders Versus Investors

Day traders have different tax advantages from investors. Because of this, the IRS has strict definitions as to who is a day trader and who is an investor.
Anne Johnson
Anne Johnson
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Anne Johnson was a commercial property & casualty insurance agent for nine years. She was also licensed in health and life insurance. Anne went on to own an advertising agency where she worked with businesses. She has been writing about personal finance for 10 years.