Investment Taxes
Capital gains are profits made from the sale of real estate, investments and personal property. Get the latest capital gains tax rates and investment tax advice.
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6 unusual year-end tax strategies for investors
If you’re an investor, you’ll want to optimize your tax situation with strategies beyond the traditional ones.
4 min read Dec 01, 2021 -
Cryptocurrency taxes: A guide to tax rules for Bitcoin, Ethereum and more
The IRS is stepping up enforcement on potential tax evasion by looking more closely at who’s exchanging cryptocurrencies.
5 min read Nov 18, 2021 -
What is the long-term capital gains tax?
Certain windfalls are considered capital gains. Here’s how to determine what you’ll owe.
9 min read Nov 11, 2021 -
5 tax deductions for rental property
You can claim a range of tax deductions related to the running of the property itself and even to running a business.
3 min read Nov 04, 2021 -
Wash-sale rule: What to avoid when selling your investments for a tax loss
Here’s what a wash sale is and how to easily avoid it while securing your tax write-off.
5 min read Oct 28, 2021 -
3 ways Biden’s American Families Plans could change your taxes
The proposal includes changes to long-term capital gains and more.
5 min read Apr 29, 2021 -
Donor-advised funds: A popular tax-advantaged way to give to charity
Here’s how a donor-advised fund works and why it may be an attractive option for the wealthy.
4 min read Nov 09, 2020 -
Reduce your taxes with these last-minute moves before the end of the year
Take heed, taxpayers. Time is running out on these moves.
5 min read Dec 28, 2019 -
Capital gains tax: Your income helps determine what you pay
Your income determines whether you’re taxed on the profits you make from investing.
3 min read Mar 21, 2017 -
How to avoid running afoul of the wash-sale rule when you buy and sell stocks or funds
If you sold stock to take a capital loss for tax purposes, don’t buy it back too soon.
4 min read Feb 13, 2017