11th January 2011
Capital gain income is generally preferable to ordinary income. Currently, the highest marginal income tax rate is 35 percent, while long-term capital gains tax rates vary from 5 percent to 28 percent, depending on the asset and your marginal tax rate.If ...
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10th January 2011
Business owners and management teams that are contemplating a sale of their company are now evaluating the impact that the 'timing of sale' has on the net proceeds received, as a result of the upcoming 33% capital gains tax increase. Many business owners ...
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10th January 2011
Of course, the above is not legal or accounting advice - it is for informational purposes only. Before making any decisions regarding legal or tax matters, it is vital that you consult a licensed professional lawyer or tax accountant.Make sure you use a f...
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10th January 2011
Capital gain is generated when the sale price for a capital asset exceeds your adjusted tax basis in that asset. Generally, your adjusted tax basis in an asset equals the price you paid for the asset with some adjustments. However, different basis rules m...
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07th January 2011
Capital losses are netted against capital gains. Up to $3,000 of excess capital losses is deductible against ordinary income each year. Unused net capital losses are carried forward indefinitely and may offset capital gains, plus up to $3,000 of ordinary ...
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