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Tax-Smart Investing Calculator

Explore how account type, tax-loss harvesting, and RMD planning affect your long-term wealth. Adjust the sliders to reflect your situation.

Your inputs
$10,000
24%
22%
20 yrs
7%

Projected after-tax value at retirement
Tax-free (Roth)
After-tax value
Post-tax contributions. Growth & withdrawals tax-free.
Tax-deferred (401k/IRA)
After-tax value
Pre-tax contributions. Withdrawals taxed as income.
Taxable brokerage
After-tax value
No tax break. Capital gains taxed annually.
Tax drag comparison

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Tax-loss harvesting estimator

Tax-loss harvesting turns investment losses into tax savings by selling losing positions to offset gains — without changing your overall market exposure.

$50,000
$20,000
15%

Gains after harvesting
Tax saved this year
Effective rate on gains
How it works

Tax-loss harvesting requires careful execution to avoid wash-sale rules. An advisor can identify opportunities and implement them correctly.

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RMD estimator

Required Minimum Distributions must begin at age 73. Poor planning can push you into a higher tax bracket. See what your RMDs could look like — and how to prepare.

65
$750K
6%
22%

Est. balance at age 73
First RMD (age 73)
Tax owed on first RMD
Projected RMDs — first 5 years

Roth conversions before age 73 can significantly reduce your RMD burden. An advisor can model the optimal conversion strategy for your situation.

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Important disclosures: This calculator is provided for educational and illustrative purposes only. Results are hypothetical projections based on simplified assumptions and do not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. Actual results will vary based on individual circumstances, market conditions, and other factors not reflected in this tool. Tax rates, contribution limits, and RMD factors are subject to change by law. This tool does not account for all variables that may affect your financial situation. You should consult a qualified financial advisor, tax professional, or attorney before making any investment or financial planning decisions. Securities offered through a registered broker-dealer. Past performance is not indicative of future results.