Selling Stock At Year-End To Harvest Losses? Don't Get Tangled In The Wash-Sale Rule

Harvesting capital losses to offset capital gains on your tax return is a popular year-end strategy. But watch out for wash sales, which can tangle up your tax planning. This article explains what you need to know to avoid this tax trap.

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