How does wash sale work in the context of cryptocurrency trading?

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• Bundgaard NicolaisenAug 05, 2024 · a year ago
  Wash sale is a term used in cryptocurrency trading to refer to a situation where a trader sells a cryptocurrency at a loss and then repurchases the same or a substantially identical cryptocurrency within a short period of time. This practice is considered a wash sale because it allows the trader to realize a loss for tax purposes while maintaining their position in the cryptocurrency. However, wash sales are not allowed by tax authorities and can result in penalties and additional taxes. It is important for cryptocurrency traders to understand the implications of wash sales and to comply with tax regulations to avoid any legal issues.
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