Welcome to BrokerageAmerica’s Tax Center

So, you've received your Form 1099.  Now you are ready to calculate your short and long term gains/losses for tax reporting on your Schedule D.  Sounds simple, right?  Unfortunately it's not an easy task, you first need to ensure that your cost basis figures are accurate before you can calculate your gains and losses.

Within the following sections of the BrokerageAmericaTax Center, you will find general investment tax information necessary to calculate your cost basis and track your investments, specific tax laws and tips to help you accurately complete the Schedule D, as well as some year round tips to help you trade tax-smart.

General guidance for accurately tracking your cost basis

Helpful information for completing the Schedule D

Year round trading strategies to optimize your after tax returns

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