Estimate 2026 capital gains taxes with transparent assumptions
Explore a federal and simplified state estimate in minutes, with the supported tax year and major limits shown clearly.
Use educational calculators for investments, real estate, and crypto, then verify the result before filing or making a financial decision.

Run a quick Gain Tax Calculator estimate
Enter a single asset sale to preview a 2026 federal and simplified state estimate.
How Gain Tax Calculator supports planning
Every workflow starts with the core capital gains calculator, then layers on strategy guidance tailored to each asset.
Guided capital gains calculator
Enter sale details once to see a 2026 federal and simplified state estimate across filing statuses and holding periods.
Strategy comparisons made simple
Model sale timing, income shifts, and residency moves side by side to spot the lowest tax liability.
Plain-language context
Follow plain-language explanations that translate IRS rules into the actions relevant to your situation.
Transparent estimates
The supported tax year, assumptions, and important calculation limits are stated next to each result.
Source-linked data
Federal tables link to the IRS, and selected state assumptions identify their public sources.
Secure inputs
Calculator inputs stay in your browser and are not sent to our analytics tools.
Gain Tax Calculator modules at a glance
Each module uses the same Gain Tax Calculator engine, so numbers stay consistent whether you start with a quick estimate or a deep planning session.
Capital gains calculator
Run a 2026 federal and simplified state estimate before you execute a trade.
Scenario planner
Compare holding periods, filing statuses, and residency changes to reveal the lowest tax outcome.
Real estate capital gains calculator
Evaluate exclusions, capital improvements, and depreciation recapture before you sell a property.
Start with the calculator you need
Jump straight into the Gain Tax Calculator modules for your next decision.
Stay proactive with Gain Tax Calculator
Track gain thresholds, plan loss harvesting, and revisit scenarios whenever the market moves.