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Capital Gains Tax

Capital gains tax is a tax on the profit that is realized from the sale of a capital asset, such as real estate, stocks, or bonds. Capital gains tax is typically imposed on the difference between the sale price of the asset and the original purchase price. Continue Reading Below

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Learn About Capital Gains Tax

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About Capital Gains Tax

Capital gains tax is a tax on the profit that is realized from the sale of a capital asset, such as real estate, stocks, or bonds. Capital gains tax is typically imposed on the difference between the sale price of the asset and the original purchase price.