How do I report cash surrender value on my taxes?
How do I report cash surrender value on my taxes?
You should receive a Form 1099-R showing the total proceeds and the taxable part. Report these amounts on lines 16a and 16b of Form 1040. In certain cases, accelerated death benefits are not taxable income if the insured is terminally or chronically ill. This is generally referred to as a viatical settlement. Mar 19, 2013
