This document contains official instructions for IRS Form 1120S Schedule D, Capital Gains and Losses and Built-In Gains - a tax form released and collected by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. An up-to-date fillable IRS Form 1120S Schedule D is available for download through this link.
Q: What is IRS Form 1120S Schedule D?
A: IRS Form 1120S Schedule D is a form used by S corporations to report capital gains, losses, and built-in gains.
Q: What are capital gains and losses?
A: Capital gains are the profits made from selling assets such as stocks or real estate. Capital losses are the losses incurred from the sale of these assets.
Q: What is a built-in gain?
A: A built-in gain is a gain from the sale of a depreciated asset that would be subject to a higher tax rate if it had been sold immediately after the S corporation was formed.
Q: Who needs to file IRS Form 1120S Schedule D?
A: S corporations that have capital gains, losses, or built-in gains need to file IRS Form 1120S Schedule D.
Q: What information is required on IRS Form 1120S Schedule D?
A: IRS Form 1120S Schedule D requires the S corporation to report its capital gains, losses, and built-in gains, as well as calculate the tax due on these amounts.
Q: When is the deadline to file IRS Form 1120S Schedule D?
A: The deadline to file IRS Form 1120S Schedule D is the same as the deadline for filing the S corporation's tax return, which is usually March 15th.
Q: Can I file IRS Form 1120S Schedule D electronically?
A: Yes, you can file IRS Form 1120S Schedule D electronically using tax software or through the IRS e-file system.
Q: What are the consequences of not filing IRS Form 1120S Schedule D?
A: Failure to file IRS Form 1120S Schedule D or reporting incorrect information can result in penalties and interest charges.
Q: Is there a fee for filing IRS Form 1120S Schedule D?
A: There is no fee for filing IRS Form 1120S Schedule D, but there may be fees associated with tax software or professional tax preparation.
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