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Without accurate cost basis information, your crypto tax calculations will be incorrect, which could cost you thousands in overpayment. Here's how to fix that before you file.

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Last week at ETHDenver, Justin Zanardi, CPA and Product Lead at Summ, joined MetaMask's crypto tax panel at Builder Nights to break down what's actually changing for US crypto tax reporting in 2026. Here's the short version.


Filing a tax extension is simpler than most people think, and it could save you from a costly mistake. This guide walks you through exactly how to request an extension in minutes, for free, using the IRS's own tools. Before you file, there is one critical detail you need to understand: an extension moves your filing deadline, not your payment deadline.

A step-by-step guide to transferring your crypto Form 1099-DA data to IRS Form 8949, including how to handle missing cost basis, choose the right checkboxes, and avoid common mistakes.
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Swapping one crypto for another is a taxable event, and you will need to work out the USD value of your capital gain or loss to report on your taxes.
