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What is the Capital Gains Tax?

January 23, 2018 August 12, 2018 / asbbaines

The IRS deems all taxable income as one of two types: ordinary and capital gain. Here is an overview the difference between ordinary and capital gains, and a basic introduction to capital gains.

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Income and Investments

How To Fund Your Big Idea [Infographic]

July 13, 2015 / TurboTaxAngie

You’ve got a great idea and everyone knows it. So much so, that others want to invest in your idea to help bring it to life. Once your funding comes in and tax time rolls around, there are a few...

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401K, IRA, Stocks

Stock Up? Find Out Money Saving Tips When Selling Stock

July 7, 2014 July 10, 2019 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

The stock market is on the rise, but you may be confused about whether to keep your stock, sell, and what the tax implications of selling are. Here are some of TurboTax tax experts’ favorite stock tips:

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Which Should I Invest in First – 401(k) or IRA?

April 18, 2014 July 24, 2019 / Elle Martinez

The end of tax season is the perfect time to think about building your nest egg. Elle Martinez of Couple Money gives tips on investing in your retirement. Tax season is over. This is typically a time when people are...

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Getting Your Kid Started with an IRA

August 2, 2013 / Elle Martinez

With summer here in the States, many students are using their free time in a variety of ways. If your teen has a job you have a chance to help them get a head start on building their net worth.

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Income and Investments

A Penny Saved is Millions Earned

July 9, 2013 July 15, 2013 / Ginita Wall, CPA, CFP®

With the Fourth of July behind us, we reflect on our founding fathers and what the Declaration of Independence meant in the past and now. But what about savings techniques used by our founding fathers that can be used now? Ginita Wall shares savings tips adopted by one of our founding fathers that still works today.

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Bitcoin Calculator: How Much is Your Wallet Worth?

June 21, 2013 August 23, 2016 / TurboTaxLisa

Bitcoins continue to be an intriguing topic to many with the long-term value in question, the fact that they are not regulated by government, and income generated by the sale of them should be claimed on taxes, but losses can’t be claimed. Check out our Bitcoin calculator to find out current value based on current market prices.

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401K, IRA, Stocks

Become a Real Investor with Your Tax Refund

March 26, 2013 July 24, 2019

Investing has never been easier than today with all the options available for people to really use their savings to achieve the dreams and the goals for the future. No savings to become a smart investor? Consider your tax refund to start investing in the stock market like a professional.

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Income and Investments

Summer-Time Rental Improvements Can Save You Money at Tax Time

August 7, 2012 June 19, 2019

There are many tax benefits available to those who own rental properties. As an important example, most modifications you make to your rental property result in tax savings of one kind or another. Find out more here.

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Facebook, IPOs, and Stock Options: It’s Complicated

May 18, 2012 July 11, 2019 / TurboTaxLisa

Many of the employees became instant millionaires as a result of Facebook going public since as part of the company’s incentive plan, they were given Restricted Stock Units. What Does This Mean for Overnight Millionaires and Their Taxes?

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