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Tag: Stock Sale Tax
QSBS & California: 0% State Exclusion? Myth-Busting the Rules
Introduction Heard you can sell startup stock tax-free under Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) rules? That’s only partially true especially if you live in California. In 2025, many founders mistakenly believe the QSBS 0% exclusion applies at the federal and state level. But California repealed its state QSBS exclusion, and it’s time to separate fact […]
Does California Have a Capital Gains Tax? (2025 Edition)
Introduction Capital gains are often taxed at preferential rates at the federal level. But in California, the story is different. Whether you’re selling stocks, real estate, or business assets, you might be surprised to find that California doesn’t distinguish capital gains from regular income. Here’s how capital gains are taxed in 2025. How Capital Gains […]