Definition
A loss realised when an investment is sold for less than its purchase price. Can offset capital gains and up to $3,000 of ordinary income per year.
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AGI (Adjusted Gross Income)
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Tax Bracket
A range of income taxed at a particular rate. The U.S. uses a progressive system…
Marginal Tax Rate
The tax rate applied to your next dollar of income — your top bracket. Often hig…
Effective Tax Rate
Total tax paid divided by total income. The true average rate, typically lower t…
Standard Deduction
A fixed deduction from taxable income that taxpayers can take without itemising.…
Itemized Deduction
Listing specific eligible expenses (mortgage interest, charitable gifts, SALT, e…
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