Net investment income tax
Also written NIIT.
Net investment income tax: 3.8% federal tax on investment income above $200,000 single or $250,000 joint.
Definition
The 3.8% federal tax on investment income above $200,000 of income for a single filer or $250,000 for a joint return. Included in YieldDesk's after-tax figures when it applies.
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