September 2021 Client Newsletter
Stephen Merritt, CPA, PC | Certified Public Accountants | (757) 420-5778
233 Business Park Drive, Suite 104, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
We wonder what Louis is dreaming about.
What’s Inside;
- Short-Term Capital Gains vs. Long-Term Capital Gains – What’s the Difference?
- Happenings at SMCPA
- Hours of Operation
- COVID-19
Short-Term Capital Gains vs. Long-Term Capital Gains
What’s the Difference?
Have you ever wondered why gains are separated between long-term and short-term when you receive your 1099 at tax time? There is a very good reason for that, and one you might want to consider more carefully when investing.
Short-term capital gains are derived if you hold an investment one year or less before disposing of it. Short-term gains are taxed as “ordinary income,” the same rate you pay on wages or business profits.
Long-term capital gains, on the other hand, are generally taxed no higher than 20% and could be taxed at 0%, depending on your income. See the table below:
Exceptions to the long-term capital gains tax rate are collectibles such as art, jewelry, and precious metals. These are taxed at 28% regardless of your income. Bear in mind, though, that tax rates on ordinary income range from 10% to 37%.
Be sure to keep this information in mind when managing your investments. It could make a BIG difference come tax time!
Happenings at SMCPA
Louis is excited for the fall season ahead.
He’s already enjoying his pumpkin spiced latte.
Hours of Operation
Our Current Hours of Operation are:
Monday – Thursday
8 AM to 5 PM
Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)
Stephen Merritt, CPA, P.C. understands the challenge the impact COVID-19 has on our community.
Fully-Vaccinated individuals are not required to wear a mask while in our office.
Unvaccinated or not Fully-Vaccinated individuals must wear masks and follow COVID-19 protocol, such as social distancing, while in our office to stop the spread of COVID-19.
Tax documents may be mailed, FAXed, emailed, or dropped off.
Final Returns can be picked up or mailed out.
As always, please call, we are happy to assist.
Stay safe and healthy.