--- title: Are Capital Gains Taxed Twice? description: Learn more about whether capital gains may be taxed twice. image: https://www.realized1031.com/hubfs/taxrisk-1359033046.jpg --- [![Realized 1031 Exchange Marketplace](https://www.realized1031.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Images/Brand/Logo/Realized/Realized-Logo-Black.png?width=240&height=80&name=Realized-Logo-Black.png "Realized 1031 Logo") ](https://www.realized1031.com/) - [Wealth Management Gap](https://www.realized1031.com/the-wealth-management-gap) - [Our Process](https://www.realized1031.com/how-realized-works) - [Financial Advisors](https://www.realized1031.com/advisor) - [Resources](https://www.realized1031.com/resources) - [The Company](https://www.realized1031.com/about-us) - [Articles](https://www.realized1031.com/blog) [Register](https://www.realized1031.com/marketplace) [Log In](https://www.realized1031.com/login) - Better Business Bureau Rating: **A+** - [FINRA BrokerCheck](https://brokercheck.finra.org/firm/summary/22333) - [Call](tel:1-877-797-1031) **(877) 797-1031** # Are Capital Gains Taxed Twice? Posted Nov 8, 2022 ![taxrisk-1359033046](https://www.realized1031.com/hs-fs/hubfs/taxrisk-1359033046.jpg?width=750&height=393&name=taxrisk-1359033046.jpg)If you’ve ever owned – and then sold – an investment asset for profit, you likely [paid taxes on those gains](https://www.realized1031.com/blog/when-do-you-pay-capital-gains-tax). At the federal level, those gains will either be taxed at your ordinary income rate (for [short-term holds](https://www.realized1031.com/blog/what-is-a-short-term-capital-gain-how-much-is-it-and-how-is-it-taxed) of less than one year) or at the capital gains rate (for [long-term holds](https://www.realized1031.com/blog/what-is-long-term-capital-gains-how-much-is-it-and-how-is-it-taxed) of more than one year).   But are those capital gains taxed twice? It depends. When it comes to traditional asset investments (such as stocks), proceeds from the sale can be taxed twice, once at the corporate level and again at the personal level.  Then there are capital gains at the state level. And this is where things can get a little trickier.  ### The Capital Gains Explanation -- Nationally  According to the IRS, [capital gains occur](https://www.irs.gov/taxtopics/tc409) if you sell an asset for more than that asset’s adjusted basis. The adjusted basis is described as what you originally paid for the asset, plus improvements, additions, or depreciation incurred while you own the asset. Capital gains taxes are paid for the year during which they are realized. In other words, when you receive the profits from the sale, you pay the tax.  As mentioned above, those capital gains will either be defined as short-term or long-term, depending on how long you owned the asset. In most cases, a longer-term hold is more advantageous, as the tax rate can be lower, depending on your tax bracket.  ### Trying to Localize  There are 50 states in America, in addition to the District of Columbia. And each of these states has its own method when it comes to taxing capital gains. For instance:  - Many states [tax capital gains as income](https://www.fool.com/research/capital-gains-tax-rates/); this applies to long- and short-term capital gains.  - Some states don’t levy a capital gains tax – think Texas, Florida, and Nevada, among others. These states also don’t tax personal income on wages, but might tax investment interest and dividends.  - States also have special rules applying to the sale of certain assets, such as exclusions for collectibles purchased prior to a specific year.  Furthermore, capital gains tax rates vary by state. [They can range from](https://www.realized1031.com/capital-gains-tax-rate) 0% (Alaska, Florida, and Texas) to 13.3% (California). Then there are states – like Hawaii – that tax capital gains at a lower rate than ordinary income.  And Vermont residents may be allowed to deduct 40% of their capital gains on long-term assets held over three years at a maximum of $350,000, as long as that amount doesn’t exceed 40% of federal taxable income.  ### Think Before Filing  Capital gains taxes are an important part of understanding investment strategy. While the federal rules regarding these taxes are fairly straightforward, these regulations vary a great deal based on where you live. As always, it’s a good idea to check with a tax advisor who understands state tax rules when it comes time to file your taxes.  This material is for general information and educational purposes only. Information is based on data gathered from what we believe are reliable sources. It is not guaranteed as to accuracy, does not purport to be complete and is not intended to be used as a primary basis for investment decisions. 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It depends. When it comes to traditional asset investments (such as stocks), proceeds from the sale can be taxed twice, once at the corporate level and again at the personal level. Then there are capital gains at the state level. And this is where things can get a little trickier. The Capital Gains Explanation -- Nationally According to the IRS, capital gains occur if you sell an asset for more than that asset’s adjusted basis. The adjusted basis is described as what you originally paid for the asset, plus improvements, additions, or depreciation incurred while you own the asset. Capital gains taxes are paid for the year during which they are realized. In other words, when you receive the profits from the sale, you pay the tax. As mentioned above, those capital gains will either be defined as short-term or long-term, depending on how long you owned the asset. In most cases, a longer-term hold is more advantageous, as the tax rate can be lower, depending on your tax bracket. 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