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What happens if I sell my Bitcoin?
What happens if I sell my Bitcoin?
Sofia
Sat May 11 2024
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I've been holding onto my Bitcoin for quite some time now, and the recent surge in prices has me thinking about selling. But before I make a move, I want to understand the full picture. So, tell me, what exactly happens when I sell my Bitcoin? Will I immediately get the cash in my bank account? Or is there a delay? And what about taxes? Do I need to pay taxes on the profits I make? Also, are there any fees involved in selling Bitcoin? And what happens to the Bitcoin after I sell it? Does it go back into circulation or is it destroyed? I'm just trying to get a clear understanding of the process before I make a decision. Could you please elaborate on all these points?
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Martino
Mon May 13 2024
Buying goods and services with Bitcoin also constitutes a taxable event, as it represents a conversion of crypto assets into real-world value.
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CryptoAlchemy
Mon May 13 2024
If the realized value of the Bitcoin disposed of is higher than the price at which it was acquired, a capital gain is realized.
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GyeongjuGlory
Mon May 13 2024
Depending on the holding period, the capital gain may be taxed at either short-term or long-term rates.
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KabukiPassion
Mon May 13 2024
When disposing of or utilizing Bitcoin, various actions can trigger taxable events.
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BlockchainLegendary
Mon May 13 2024
Cashing Bitcoin on an exchange, whether to withdraw fiat currency or another cryptocurrency, can lead to capital gains.
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