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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.” quote by Warren Buffett
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“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.”

Warren Buffett

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.

Key Takeaway

Plan investments considering tax implications.

Themes

finance taxation investment strategy

Mood

pragmatic analytical

Type

financial educational

When to use this quote

  • personal finance
  • wealth management
  • corporate planning

Key Concepts

Capital markets tax policy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you adjust to tax changes?
  • What strategies reduce tax burden?
A Different Perspective

Tax policy changes can disrupt long‑term plans.

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