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When you sell an investment, a property, or another capital asset for more than you paid for it, the profit is called a capital gain. The IRS taxes capital gains differently depending on how long you held the asset before selling. Understanding whether your gain is short-term or long-term and which rate applies can make a significant difference in what you owe. These figures apply to assets sold during calendar year 2026. Returns are filed in early 2027. Source: IRS Topic No.