Starting in 2026, 10% of your losses will be taxed like you won the damn jackpot.
Let’s set the scene.
It’s 2:47 AM in the high-limit room at Aria. You’ve had a “solid” night, which is Vegas-speak for down $20K but emotionally numb enough to call it a draw, or “entertainment value if you’re really drunk”. You’re sipping your last overpriced Macallan, pockets empty, but spirits only slightly crushed.
And then, bam: tax season hits.
You finally got something back on that W2-G paperwork stack… and your accountant calls:
“Hey… did you know you owe taxes on 10% of your gambling losses?”
Wait….WHAT?
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