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How does Vanguard calculate capital gains distributions when you sell index funds in a taxable retirement account?
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How does Vanguard calculate capital gains distributions when you sell index funds in a taxable retirement account?
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Vanguard cost basis methods specific identification FIFO average cost mutual funds capital gains distributions taxable brokerage account IRS sale shares capital gain calculationGoogle ↗
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Vanguard cost basis methods specific identification FIFO average cost mutual funds capital gains distributions taxable brokerage account IRS sale shares capital gain calculation Google ↗
- Mutual funds (costs, distributions, etc.) · irs.gov
- April 28, 2026 · personal1.vanguard.com
- How Vanguard reports your cost basis information · investor.vanguard.com
- Publication 550 (2025), Investment Income and Expenses · irs.gov
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