How much of my capital losses can I claim as a tax deduction?
October 25, 2002
Subject: losses
Date: Sun, 13 Oct 2002
From: Elaine
I lost 2400 in long term stocks this year. How much can I deduct from my taxable income in 2002 when I file with the IRS?
Answer
Date: Wed, 16 Oct 2002
Hello Elaine,
Capital losses are deductible by individuals up to the amount of capital gains plus $3,000 ($1,500 for married persons filing a separate return). Legislation has been proposed to increase the net deduction to $8,250 ($4,125 for married filing separately) for 2002, but I don’t expect it to be enacted.
Good luck!
Mike Gray