Capital Gains Tax
News, insights and expert analysis on capital gains tax from the team at Kiplinger.
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New Bill Proposes $1 Million Capital Gains Tax Exclusion for Those Over Age 65Your Home The latest capital gains tax relief proposal being floated on Capitol Hill would double the existing exclusion for eligible older homeowners.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Ask the Tax Editor: Tax Rules for LandlordsAsk the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers tax questions for landlords who own residential rental property.
By Joy Taylor
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Capital Gains Tax Exclusion for Homeowners: Who Qualifies and How It WorksTax Breaks The IRS capital gains home sale exclusion can be a valuable tax-saving tool if you're eligible.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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A 1031 Exchange May Look Great on Paper, But It's Not Just About TaxesIf you're considering a 1031 exchange after making a large capital gain from selling a property, stop and ask how it will affect your portfolio in the long term.
By Carl E. Sera, CMT
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Your Portfolio Just Got Hammered: A Tax-Smart Way to RecoverIf your stock portfolio took a beating this spring, there's a little-known tax strategy that lets you defer — and potentially eliminate — capital gains taxes.
By Daniel Goodwin
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Capital Gains Tax Rates 2025 and 2026: What You Need to KnowCapital Gains Tax Navigating capital gains tax can be complex, but knowing the applicable tax rates and thresholds can help you plan your investments.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Ask the Tax Editor: Questions on Selling a Home
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on the home-sale exclusion, calculating tax basis in your home and related topics.
By Joy Taylor
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IRS Updates Capital Gains Tax Thresholds for 2026: Here’s What’s NewCapital Gains The IRS has increased the capital gains tax income thresholds for 2026. You'll need this information to help minimize your tax burden.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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How to Slash Your Taxes on Large Stock or Property SalesSelling a major asset can result in huge capital gains taxes, but combining direct indexing with tax-loss harvesting can significantly reduce your tax bill.
By Danielle Meister, IAR, CFF®, CDFA®
