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s44doherty
February 27, 2020
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Where do I enter the correct/adjusted cost basis for stock sold from my ESPP?

  • February 27, 2020
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DawnC
DawnC
Employee
February 27, 2020

When you enter your 1099-B, enter the reported basis as it is on the 1099-B.  There will be a box to check if the basis reported on your 1099-B is missing or incorrect, which is very likely.  TurboTax will walk you through getting it reported correctly.  

 

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    ckoontz50
    February 28, 2020

    in the TurboTax 2019 Home and Business Edition, I do not see a checkbox to adjust

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    MAK70
    February 28, 2020

    Look for the Guide Me Step by Step button and you will be able to enter.

     

    @ckoontz50

     

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