Capital Gains Calculator
Jenzzy computes gain from cost basis and sale price, then applies short- or long-term rates for planning.
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Results
Enter values to see results.
Formula
Gain = Sale price − Cost basis; Tax = Gain × Rate
Holding period determines whether short-term ordinary or long-term preferential rates apply.
Example
- Gain: $6,500
- Tax: 6500 × 15% = $975= $975
Result: $975 estimated tax on $6,500 gain
Frequently Asked Questions
Wash sales?
Disallowed losses can adjust basis—not modeled here.
Netting losses?
Losses may offset gains in the same year.
State tax?
Many states tax capital gains as ordinary income.