Scammed but Deductible? Chief Counsel Advice on Theft Losses from Scams
Is Your Client’s Scam Loss Deductible? Find Out Now!
The IRS has spoken! The latest IRS Chief Counsel Advice (CCA 202511015) clarifies when taxpayers can—and cannot—claim theft loss deductions under IRC § 165. Investment scams? Potentially deductible. Romance scams? No deduction allowed. As a tax pro, it's your job to classify losses correctly and maximize recovery options for your clients!
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IRS Program #: 7Q3WU-T-00729-25
John Sheeley
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EA
John began his tax career in 1987 and passed the IRS Special Enrollment Exam in 1995. A National Tax Practice Institute fellow and SUNY Oswego graduate, he specializes in taxation for non-resident aliens, U.S. citizens living abroad, S corps, legal marijuana businesses, and cryptocurrency.
John is passionate about giving back to the profession. Every year on Giving Tuesday, Tax Practice Pro offers a free ethics webinar, and its weekly Tax Update webinars keep tax professionals informed on the latest developments. These programs combine practical guidance, strategies, and insights to help practitioners work smarter, faster, and with confidence.
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