Robert and Becca file jointly. They have taxable income of $60,000 in 2018 (before considering any capital gains or losses). They have a long-term capital gain of $28,000 and a long-term capital loss of $17,000 on sales of stock in the current year. What will their capital gains tax be in the current year?

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The net long-term capital gain is $11,000 ($28,000 gain - $17,000 loss). For 2018, the 0% capital gains tax rate applies to joint filers with taxable income up to $77,200. Since their total taxable income including the net capital gain is $71,000 ($60,000 + $11,000), they fall within the 0% bracket.

Robert and Becca File Jointly