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How Eliminating Federal Capital Gains Taxes Could Reshape Incline Village Real Estate

Lake Tahoe Cole Mizak May 3, 2025

By Cole Mizak, Incline Village Realtor | Compass

What if the federal government eliminated capital gains taxes? That’s not just a hypothetical—it’s a potential policy shift that could send shockwaves through the real estate market, especially here in Incline Village, where high-net-worth individuals already look to invest, live, or cash out smartly.

As a long-time Incline Village real estate agent, I’ve seen firsthand how tax laws shape buying behavior. If capital gains taxes were removed, the effects on Incline Village homes for sale could be massive. Here's how.


1. A Surge of New Buyers Into Incline Village

Capital gains taxes are a major reason some wealthy investors hold back. Without them, we could see a flood of buyers ready to move their money into tangible assets—especially luxury real estate in tax-friendly Nevada. That puts Incline Village realtors like myself on the front lines of a coming wave.

Lakefront properties, new developments, and premium homes with mountain views would become even hotter commodities.


2. More Sellers Will List – And Demand Will Outpace Supply

Right now, some sellers hesitate because they’d lose too much profit to capital gains taxes. Without that penalty, more homeowners—especially longtime owners sitting on massive appreciation—would finally list.

But here’s the twist: buyer demand would still likely outpace new inventory. That imbalance would push prices up even further, tightening the market and intensifying competition for the best Incline Village homes for sale.


3. Investment Properties Will Become Prime Targets

Eliminating capital gains would reshape the calculus for real estate investors. Rentals, flips, and second homes would all become more attractive. Incline Village real estate agents would need to navigate more investor activity and tighter margins, as return on investment could spike almost overnight.

It could also lead to fewer long-term rentals available to locals, as more homes get scooped up for short-term profit.


4. Nevada’s No-Income-Tax Advantage Becomes Even Stronger

Nevada already draws interest because of its zero state income tax. Remove federal capital gains taxes, and Incline Village becomes one of the most tax-efficient places in the U.S. to own property.

From Silicon Valley tech founders to retiring hedge fund managers, the appeal is obvious. And as an Incline Village realtor, I’d expect more high-end buyers to relocate or at least diversify into the Tahoe market.


5. Realtors Will Need to Be More Strategic Than Ever

If this shift happens, your choice of agent matters. You’ll want someone who understands the new financial landscape and knows how to position properties to benefit from the capital gains changes.

As a top-performing Incline Village real estate agent, I help clients navigate these exact shifts—whether you’re selling, buying, or investing. In a fast-moving market, experience, timing, and smart strategy make all the difference.


Final Take

Removing federal capital gains taxes wouldn’t just tweak the market—it would transform it. For Incline Village, it would mean more competition, more opportunity, and potentially higher property values. But it also means working with an experienced Incline Village realtor who can help you capitalize on it.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling in Lake Tahoe, now’s the time to have that conversation. I’m here to help you make the most of the market—wherever the tax code lands.


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