Capital gains Quote by Warren Buffett
“The capital gains tax is 15 percent now. So I sit there in my office and I make a lot of money by capital gains, and I pay 15 percent, and I pay no payroll tax on it.”
About This Quote
Source Annual Shareholder Letter, 2020
Capital gains tax rates affect investment decisions and overall tax strategy.
In simple terms: Capital gains tax influences investment choices.
Plan investments considering tax implications.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal finance
- wealth management
- corporate planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you adjust to tax changes?
- What strategies reduce tax burden?
Tax policy changes can disrupt long‑term plans.