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Level 3
posted Apr 15, 2022 8:25:26 AM

Do normal estimated tax rules still apply even in a tax year where a large capital gain occurs on a house sale?

Specifically, if I've met the normal estimated tax rules based on previous years' taxes owed, can I wait until tax filing to pay the large capital gains tax from the sale.

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Expert Alumni
Apr 15, 2022 8:47:09 AM

Yes, if you paid at least 90% of the tax you owe for the current year or 100% of the tax you owed for the previous tax year, the IRS will not charge you an underpayment penalty. 

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Expert Alumni
Apr 15, 2022 8:47:09 AM

Yes, if you paid at least 90% of the tax you owe for the current year or 100% of the tax you owed for the previous tax year, the IRS will not charge you an underpayment penalty. 

Level 3
Apr 15, 2022 9:49:07 AM

Thank you. Exactly the answer I was looking for.