Constructive receipt requires an accrual basis taxpayer to recognize income when the taxpayer has an unrestricted right to a payment that is to be received.

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Constructive receipt is a concept that applies to cash basis taxpayers, requiring them to recognize income when it is made available to them without restrictions, not accrual basis taxpayers.

Constructive Receipt Requires an Accrual Basis Taxpayer to Recognize Income