Capital Gains Tax Calculator
Estimates short-term and long-term capital gains tax on investment profits
Sale price minus purchase price
Tax on capital gain based on holding period
Tax as percentage of capital gain
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between short-term and long-term capital gains?
Short-term gains (assets held less than 1 year) are taxed at your ordinary income rate (10-37%). Long-term gains (held 1+ years) get preferential rates: 0%, 15%, or 20% depending on income. Holding investments longer saves significant tax.
What are the long-term capital gains rates?
For 2024 single filers: 0% on gains up to $47,025 taxable income, 15% on gains from $47,026-$518,900, and 20% on gains above $518,900. High earners may also owe the 3.8% Net Investment Income Tax.
Can I offset capital gains with losses?
Yes. Capital losses offset capital gains dollar for dollar. If you have excess losses, you can deduct up to $3,000 per year against ordinary income and carry forward remaining losses to future years. This is called tax-loss harvesting.
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