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Now that 2024 has come to a close, investors are starting to think about 2025’s investments. However, to get a clear picture of how your investment strategy might play out, you need to know the ...

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Why it matters for you, even if you’re not ultra-rich Andrew Kessel was a breaking news writer for Investopedia until October 2025. He previously covered markets for Proactive Investors, with a focus ...

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'I just hope that the president is serious about doing something, and not just saying it,' one congressman says President Donald Trump says he's eyeing the elimination of capital-gains tax on home ...

President Trump proposed eliminating capital gains taxes on home sales. The proposal lacks details and requires legislation, so impact may not be immediate. Eliminating the tax could significantly ...