Are gambling losses tax deductible?
Yes, but only up to the amount of winnings the taxpayer has. For example, if a taxpayer had $100 of gambling losses and $80 of gambling winnings, then the taxpayer could only deduct up to $80 of losses. The taxpayer would not have any gambling winnings in gross income, and the remaining $20 of gambling losses would not be tax deductible.
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Yes, but only to the extent they exceed gambling losses. For example, if a taxpayer had $100 of gambling winnings and $80 of gambling losses, then the taxpayer would include $20 of gambling winnings in gross income.
Are salaries and wages considered taxable income?
Yes, wages paid by your employer to you would be considered taxable income. Your employer must send you a W-2, and the W-2 summarizes your taxable wages. Your taxable wages would include your salary, bonuses, and any gifts greater than $25.
Are life insurance premiums paid by the employer considered taxable income?
If your employer pays life insurance premiums on your behalf, and you are the primary beneficiary, then any amount greater than $50,000 is taxable. For example, if your employer paid $65,000 of life insurance premiums, you as the taxpayer would record $15,000 of taxable income (taxable fringe benefit).
Are gambling winnings taxable?
Yes, but only to the extent they exceed gambling losses. For example, if a taxpayer had $100 of gambling winnings and $80 of gambling losses, then the taxpayer would include $20 of gambling winnings in gross income.
Are salaries and wages considered taxable income?
Yes, wages paid by your employer to you would be considered taxable income. Your employer must send you a W-2, and the W-2 summarizes your taxable wages. Your taxable wages would include your salary, bonuses, and any gifts greater than $25.
Are life insurance premiums paid by the employer considered taxable income?
If your employer pays life insurance premiums on your behalf, and you are the primary beneficiary, then any amount greater than $50,000 is taxable. For example, if your employer paid $65,000 of life insurance premiums, you as the taxpayer would record $15,000 of taxable income (taxable fringe benefit).
