148. How taxes work when investing outside retirement

"...But what about the taxes??"In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how taxes work when you invest through a brokerage account, especially if you’re building wealth outside of retirement.If you’ve ever asked: ➡️ “What are the taxes like on a brokerage account?” ➡️ “Will I owe a big tax bill if my investments grow?” ➡️ “Is a brokerage account even worth it if I have to pay taxes?” ...this episode is for you.We’ll cover: ✅ The difference between earned vs. unearned income ✅ How dividends and capital gains are taxed ✅ When you do and don’t owe taxes (spoiler: not when your investments go up) ✅ Why brokerage accounts are still powerful even if they’re taxable ✅ How I passively made $7,000 in six months and how taxes didn’t stop that winWhether you’re worried about getting hit with surprise tax bills or just want to make a smart move with the money sitting in your HYSA, this episode will help you understand what’s actually true, so you can grow your money with confidence.💸 Want a custom investing strategy that takes the guesswork out? Book a free 1:1 call and let’s map it out: https://www.buildinggenwealth.com/work-with-me