passive activity loss (PAL)


Definition
Loss resulting from taking a passive approach to investing ,such as restricting the amount of ongoing buying and selling transactions. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) defines what losses are considered passive and sets certain rules that must be followed when these losses are claimed on a tax return.


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