Taxation Basics

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Taxes vary by country, but many treat Bitcoin as property for tax purposes. Selling, trading, or spending can trigger taxable events.

Simple definitions:

  • Capital gain/loss: Profit or loss when you dispose of an asset.
  • Cost basis: What you paid (including fees).
  • Holding period: Time you held the asset (short‑ vs long‑term).
  • Taxable event: An action that creates a tax obligation (e.g., selling BTC).

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