Crypto Tax Losses: Avoid These 3 IRS Red Flags

When it comes to reporting crypto losses, one wrong form or bad YouTube “hack” can put you straight on the IRS’s radar.

👨‍⚖️ Clinton Donnelly explains the three biggest mistakes crypto traders make when reporting losses and how to avoid triggering a Letter 3176-C for a “frivolous” return.

💼 What you’ll learn:
• How the IRS actually views theft, Ponzi, and scam-related losses
• Why “obscure loopholes” can lead to frivolous-return flags
• The difference between a valid theft loss and a disallowed claim
• How to document proof properly under Form 4684
• When it’s smart to file with CryptoTaxAudit to prevent audits

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Official IRS resource: Form 4684 – https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-4684

⏱ Timestamps
0:00 – Crypto payments & 2025 reporting changes
0:55 – Mistake #1: Misreporting crypto wages or freelance income
2:45 – Mistake #2: Falling for viral “zero tax” loopholes online
5:20 – Mistake #3: Claiming crypto theft or Ponzi losses incorrectly
7:10 – How to document losses under Form 4684
8:10 – What triggers IRS Letter 3176-C
9:00 – How CryptoTaxAudit prevents frivolous-return flags

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🎙️ About Clinton Donnelly
Clinton Donnelly, LLM, EA, founded CryptoTaxAudit.com, the leading crypto tax and IRS audit defense firm. Known as the “Crypto Tax Fixer,” he has helped thousands of U.S. investors file bulletproof crypto tax returns and defend against IRS scrutiny.

🏆 In 2025, CryptoTaxAudit was named Cryptocurrency Taxation Services of the Year by Financial Services Review.

Our team specializes in:
✅ Complex gain calculations and wallet tracking
✅ Expat and foreign disclosure compliance
✅ IRS audits, defense, and forensic strategies
✅ Audit-resistant crypto tax preparation

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📜 Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only. Always consult a licensed tax professional before making financial or tax decisions.

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