Gambling Winnings

Gambling winnings are fully taxable and must be reported on your taxes. Gambling income includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• winnings from lotteries
• raffles
• horse races
• casinos
• cash winnings and the fair market value of prizes, such as cars and trips

The payer must issue you a Form W-2G, Certain Gambling Winnings if you receive winnings or if the winnings are subject to federal income tax withholding. You must report all gambling winnings as “Other Income” on your federal tax return (use Schedule 1), including winnings not reported on your W-2G.

Gambling Losses

You may deduct gambling losses only if you itemize your deductions, which is reported on Schedule A. However, the amount of losses cannot exceed the gambling income you report on your return.

*If filing a state return, check your state’s Department of Revenue for information on reporting gambling winnings and losses.

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