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What is a capital gains tax?

A capital gains tax is a tax imposed on the sale of an asset. The long-term capital gains tax rates for the 2023 and 2024 tax years are 0%, 15%, or 20% of the profit, depending on the income of the filer. Capital gains taxes are due only after an investment is sold.

Are long-term capital gains taxable?

Long-term capital gains are subject to lower rates of tax than short-term capital gains, which are taxed at ordinary income tax rates. You therefore need to know your holding period for any capital asset you sell.

How much tax do you pay on capital gains?

The 15% rate applies to people with taxable incomes above these limits and up to $583,750 for joint filers, $551,350 for head-of-household filers, $492,300 for single filers, and $291,850 for married couples filing separate returns. If your taxable income is above the 15% bracket, you will pay tax on your capital gains at 20%.

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