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Polymarket Tax Guides & Tips

Expert guides on Polymarket tax forms, no-form filing, Polymarket US, capital vs. wagering vs. Section 1256 treatment, Form 8949, TurboTax, losses, and current IRS rules. Written by the team behind PolyTaxes, the most comprehensive Polymarket tax tool.

Are Polymarket Winnings Gambling Income, Capital Gains, or Section 1256?

Compare capital-gain, gambling-income, Section 1256, and other tax treatment for Polymarket and Polymarket US using current IRS, CFTC, and U.S. Code sources.

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Polymarket US vs. Polymarket.com Taxes: What Is Different?

Understand how Polymarket US and Polymarket.com differ for accounts, contracts, records, tax forms, classification, and what to do when no 1099 arrives.

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Polymarket Tax Forms: 1099-DA, Form 8949 & No-Form Filing

Learn which Polymarket tax forms apply, whether Polymarket reports to the IRS, how 1099-DA proceeds differ from basis, and how to file Form 8949 with or without a 1099.

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Polymarket Taxes: What Changed From 2025 to 2026?

Compare Polymarket tax rules for 2025 and 2026, including Form 1099-DA, new Form 8949 digital-asset boxes, wallet-based FIFO, and wagering losses.

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How Are Polymarket Winnings Taxed? Complete 2026 Guide

Learn exactly how Polymarket winnings are taxed in 2026. Capital gains vs gambling income, tax rates, IRS reporting requirements, and how to calculate your tax bill with examples.

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How to Import Polymarket Trades Into TurboTax (Step-by-Step)

Step-by-step guide to importing your Polymarket prediction market trades into TurboTax. Generate a TurboTax-compatible CSV with PolyTaxes in minutes — no manual data entry.

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Polymarket Wash Sale Rules: What Traders Need to Know in 2026

Understand how IRS wash sale rules apply to Polymarket prediction market trades. Learn the 30-day rule, how disallowed losses affect cost basis, and how to stay compliant.

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Polymarket Tax-Loss Harvesting: Use Losses to Lower Your Tax Bill

Learn how to use tax-loss harvesting with Polymarket prediction market trades. Offset capital gains, deduct up to $3,000 from ordinary income, and carry losses forward.

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World Cup Betting Taxes: Polymarket & Prediction Market Guide

Learn how 2026 World Cup Polymarket and betting winnings may be taxed, including the new 90% gambling-loss limit, Form 8949, records, and examples.

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