Mike Beauregard, Realtor, Alta Realty Group CA , IncPhone: (858) 433-6869
Email: mike@mikebeauregard.com
Email: mike@mikebeauregard.com
Among the myriad costs associated with selling a home, taxes for capital gain on real estate can take up a significant portion. You'll have to pay capital gains tax depending on how long you've owned the property before selling it, and rates can vary by region.
Here is a basic rundown of capital gains tax to help you learn more:
When you start thinking about selling an investment property, one of the most important questions to ask is, “When did I purchase it?” Capital gains and losses can occur over short or long periods, and have different tax rules. If you've had the asset for less than a year, it counts as short-term.
Short-term capital gains taxes use the same percentage as income taxes, which can be upwards of 37%. A long-term capital gain on a property you've owned for more than a year is taxed at a lower rate of 15% to 20%.
State and local authorities collect taxes on real estate to support public services, school projects and other services - just like income tax. However, real estate tax rates are determined by multiplying current tax rates by the value of the properties. Tax rates vary among jurisdictions and may vary depending upon the assessed value of the home.
The simplest way to reduce the cost is to stay in your house for more than one year. This will take you from short term capital gain into long term capital gain, and a lower tax rate.
You can avoid capital gains tax by completing a 1031 exchange, which is a specific type of real estate transaction for investment properties. This is a popular method among real estate investors, but only works if the property you're selling is not your primary residence.
Taxes can be complicated, and real estate is no exception. However, understanding these basics will help you better navigate the real estate world and make the best financial decisions for your future.
Hi, I'm Mike A Beauregard. I am Realtor here In Rancho Penasquitos, and I'd love to assist you with your Rancho Penasquitos Home Selling needs. Whether you're in the research phase looking at your potential real estate service options or you are already ready to pull the trigger on hiring a Realtor for your Rancho Penasquitos home selling needs, I provide a No Cost, No Pressure, No Obligation consultation so you can learn first hand if working together with me to get your Rancho Penasquitos Home sold is right for you. You can contact me directly at 858 433 6869 or you can text the keycode WRPINQ to 619 345 5375 now for more digital info, and talk to no one at this time. text rates may apply from your carrier and, by proceeding, you (opt-in) agree-to initial automated interactive text dialog and to future communications via text or phone.
