I should know better, but this simplistic query came to mind:
Over the years, there have been countless posts regarding basis step-up to FMV of assets upon the death of the owner.
I cannot recall any reference to basis _step-down_ to FMV for assets, such as securities, that have declined in value. Is this the case? Does the capital loss go bye-bye as does the taxable gain in a step-up?
Bill