Archive for the ‘Trader Taxation’ Category

Friday Wrapup

Friday, July 23rd, 2010

Tax news of interest to investors came mainly from the courts this week, though the IRS gave paid tax return preparers something to groan about. (more…)

Part-Time Gambler Is Professional

Tuesday, July 20th, 2010

In a summary opinion, the Tax Court has found that an individual can qualify as a professional gambler despite pursuing the activity part-time. While the decision doesn’t have precedential value, it should help inform us in determining who qualifies as a professional trader. (more…)