I have long-term capital gain $2K and a loss of $6K, and dividend income of $4K (1K qualified, 3K qualified), would the loss of $4K offset the dividend income?

[DJS]

3K of the 4K excess loss will offset 3K of ordinary income. Although dividends and long-term capital gains are taxed at the same rates, this does not mean capital losses can be used to offset dividends. However, if you have a net capital loss after offsetting all capital gains, up to $3,000 per year of capital loss may offset regular taxable income, which may include dividends. The balance will be carried over to the 2020 tax year.