Retirement

Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator

Taxes should not drive investment decisons, but understanding the tax consequences of selling an investment can provide some much-needed insight. Use this calculator to better understand the difference between short-term and long-term gains, and to get an idea about what you might owe. Also, don't forget there may be state taxes due, too.

These are example values based on hypothetical averages.

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Did the numbers surprise you or were inline with what you expected? If you have any questions, such as how you might pay an taxes due, please reach out. Having a strategy in place before making a decision can help you remove some of the guesswork.

 

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