IRS treatment of loans backed by digital assets: why borrowing usually isn't a taxable event, why liquidation is, and the records to keep for Form 8949.
Stay informed on crypto lending regulation in 2026. Learn how SEC actions, the Coinbase case, and new disclosure rules affect your loan terms and collateral.
By Katie Bailey · August 25, 2026
Who has tax liability in a custodial account? Learn how the IRS assigns tax duty to the child vs. the parent under 2026 Kiddie Tax rules, with clear examples.
By Katie Bailey · August 12, 2026
Who claims income on a custodial account? The child owns it, but the kiddie tax may shift the bill to parents. 2026 thresholds, filing rules, and worked
By Katie Bailey · August 11, 2026
Yes, custodial accounts are taxable. Learn the 2026 kiddie tax thresholds ($1,350/$2,700), who actually owes the bill, and how to file correctly.
By Katie Bailey · August 10, 2026
Crypto lending can generate yield, but tax rates of 10%–37% and real liquidation risks cut deep into returns. Here's what every US reader must know before
By Katie Bailey · August 5, 2026
Who pays taxes on a custodial account? The child does, but the kiddie tax can shift that burden to the parent's rate. Full 2026 thresholds, worked example
By Katie Bailey · August 1, 2026
Custodial account tax rules explained: the $2,700 kiddie-tax threshold, who files, Form 8814, gift-tax limits, and the one mistake that costs families the most.
By Katie Bailey · July 31, 2026
