Capital Gains Tax – Does this apply only to the actual “gains” or to the entire amount of my sale?
Overview. CGT is a tax you pay on any capital gain (profit) made when you dispose of an asset. It is the chargeable gain that is taxed, not the whole amount you receive. The chargeable gain is usually the difference between the price you paid for the asset and the price you disposed of it for.
How do you get around capital gains tax?
How to Minimize or Avoid Capital Gains Tax
- Invest for the long term. …
- Take advantage of tax-deferred retirement plans. …
- Use capital losses to offset gains. …
- Watch your holding periods. …
- Pick your cost basis.