Washington State Taxes
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Washington State Capital Gains Tax: 2026 Rates & Exemptions
Washington State capital gains tax: who pays, the 7% and 9.9% rates after deductions, exempt assets, filing rules, and planning before a sale.
Does Washington Have a State Income Tax? The 2028 Rules
Washington’s enacted 2028 income tax: the 9.9% rate, shared $1 million deduction, capital gains credit, retirement income and simple tax examples.
Cliff Planning Before Washington's 2028 Income Tax: How to Use 2026 and 2027
2026 and 2027 are the last two years you can recognize income without Washington's 9.9% income tax. Here is how to use them.
Washington vs. California: Residency Safe Harbors Compared
Washington has a statutory 30-day safe harbor for domiciled residents who leave. California's safe harbor requires 546 consecutive days outside the state under an employment contract. Here's how they compare — and why the differences matter for founders and investors.
Big Private Company Gain in Washington? Your 2028 Planning Window Is Closing
Washington’s income tax starts in 2028. For large private-company positions, review domicile, income sourcing, tax credits and the deadlines that actually apply.
Leaving Washington: Domicile, Residency and Tax Planning
How a move affects Washington taxes: domicile evidence, move-year residency, continuing Washington-source income and capital gains tax coordination.
The 183-Day Rule (Washington): Why Counting Days Isn't Enough
Washington residency depends on domicile or a separate abode-and-day-count test. Learn how partial days count, why exactly 183 days differs from more than 183, and what records to keep.
Where to Go: Texas, Nevada, Florida, Wyoming, and Tennessee Compared for Washington Expatriates
Compare Texas, Nevada, Florida, Wyoming, and Tennessee when planning a move from Washington. Review personal taxes, asset-protection rules, travel needs, and the requirements for changing domicile.