
Trump Considering Eliminating Capital Gains Tax On Houses
• https://www.zerohedge.com, by Andrew MoranPresident Donald Trump has confirmed that he is considering abolishing the capital gains tax on houses.
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President Donald Trump has confirmed that he is considering abolishing the capital gains tax on houses.
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