Unrealized Capital Gain Taxes: Will You Have to Pay? Myths, Truths, and the Real Financial Blind Spots

Unrealized capital gains taxes have been a hot topic in recent financial news, stirring up a mix of curiosity and concern among investors. While the current proposal targets individuals with a net worth of over $100 million, there's a lingering concern about the potential for these thresholds to be lowered over time.

So what are “unrealized” capital gains and how might they impact you? In today’s episode, Don will answer that question and share his expertise on the myths, truths, and potential financial blind spots surrounding this issue.

 

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

• The proposed tax on “unrealized” capital gains + who it impacts
• What exactly are “unrealized” capital gains?
• The concerns of ordinary Americans who may not have the financial resources to pay the tax on unrealized gains
• What does this mean for gifting to heirs?
• Seeking professional advice and staying informed

 

Resources for this episode:

 

9-11 Survivor Story –

https://www.wsj.com/opinion/cantor-fitzgerald-bids-adieu-to-a-9-11-survivor-50de961e?st=ZMY7sY&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink

 

Taxing Unrealized Capital Gains –

https://mises.org/mises-wire/madness-taxing-unrealized-capital-gains?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw_4S3BhAAEiwA_64YhvwW8eXaO4wHC0gH0OXASQ_oSMgVNb2fScsWgx7BHVT2-zq9WSDOBhoC4kcQAvD_BwE

 

Analysis of Harris’s Billionaire Minimum Tax on Unrealized Capital Gains –

https://taxfoundation.org/blog/harris-unrealized-capital-gains-tax/

 

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