Capital Gains & Your Retirement: Critical Information to Save Your Wealth

In this episode of Savvy Women Talk Money, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about Capital Gains Taxes — and why understanding them is so important for protecting your retirement savings. We dive into what’s included in capital gains taxes, the key differences between short-term and long-term gains, and how preferential tax rates could work in your favor. Plus, we explain how smart use of retirement accounts like Roth IRAs and 401(k)s can help you manage — and even minimize — your capital gains exposure. Whether you’re nearing retirement or building your wealth for the future, this episode gives you practical strategies to keep more of what you’ve earned.

Date Recorded: 5/1/2025

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