Tax-efficient investing strategies.
Taxes can take a big bite out of your investment returns, but there are some strategies you can use to minimize the impact.
One way to do this is to invest in tax-advantaged accounts like IRAs and 401(k)s. These accounts provide upfront tax breaks that can help you keep more of your money.
Another strategy is to invest in assets that are taxed at a lower rate. For example, long-term capital gains are taxed at a lower rate than ordinary income. So, if you have the choice, you may want to invest in assets that will generate capital gains instead of income.
You can also try to time your investments so that you realize gains in years when your tax rate is lower. For example, if you know you’re going to be in a higher tax bracket next year, you may want to sell investments this year and pay the lower capital gains rate.
Of course, no one likes to pay taxes, but by using some of these strategies, you can minimize the impact taxes have on your investment returns.
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