Beginning in 2012, the IRS will require all mutual fund companies to report the cost basis of fund shares to all shareholders — a courtesy that John Hancock Mutual Funds already extends, where possible.

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Cost basis is a key figure that you need to calculate the gain or loss on shares you sold during the year and to report the transaction at tax time. Simply speaking, it establishes how much your shares cost when they were purchased. In practice, it's not that simple because even if you know the actual dollar amount you paid for your shares, the IRS offers different ways to calculate your cost basis. One of these options may save you tax dollars, so it is important to work with your financial professional to find the best cost basis calculation for your situation. In the coming months you'll receive more detailed information from John Hancock Mutual Funds about cost basis reporting. To learn more, visit www.jhfunds.com/costbasis.

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