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Capital Gains

Capital gains come from the sale of stock or sale of the home. Taxpayers with capital gains must:

  • Report the gains on Form 1040 Schedule D, Capital Gains and Losses and

  • Transfer the total amount to Form 1040, line 13
Form 1040 with $26,000 entered in line 13.
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