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Understanding Step-Up in Basis: A Closer Look at Stepped-Up Cost Basis

What does it mean to have a step-up in cost basis on an appreciated asset? (An appreciated asset could be a stock, bond, mutual fund, etc. that has gone up in value) For estate planning purposes, how is the gain on the asset taxed for the beneficiary? Pete Keller, CFP® of Pure Financial Advisors walks through stepped-up basis for beneficiaries, for spouses where the asset is held as joint tenants with rights of survivorship, and for spouses where the asset is held as community property. Pure Financial Advisors, LLC is a fee-only Registered Investment Advisor providing comprehensive retirement planning services and tax-optimized investment management to thousands of people across the nation. Schedule a free assessment with an experienced financial professional: Office locations: Ask Joe & Big Al On Air: Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Subscribe to the Your Money, Your Wealth® podcast: IMPORTANT DISCLOSURES: • Investment Advisory and Financial Planning Service...

Optimizing cryptocurrency taxation: Increase revenue, reduce obligations!

Mastering Crypto Taxation: Maximize Profits, Minimize Liabilities! Dive into the world of cryptocurrency taxation and learn how to navigate the complexities of crypto investments. From understanding taxable events to calculating capital gains, discover strategies to minimize your tax liabilities and maximize the benefits of your digital assets. Stay compliant, well-informed, and ready to tackle the challenges of cryptocurrency taxation! Quiz: What is the cost basis of a cryptocurrency? a. The original value of the asset, typically the purchase price, plus any additional costs such as transaction fees b. The selling price of the asset c. The total value of the asset at the time of sale What is tax-loss harvesting? a. A strategy to reduce taxable income by selling underperforming assets at a loss b. A strategy to harvest more losses by buying high and selling low c. A method to avoid taxes altogether Which type of retirement account allows for tax-free qualified withdraw...