Four Tax Regimes for Saving and Investment   Tax on Principal No Tax on Principal Tax on Returns Ordinary Savings Accounts Stocks Bonds Traditional IRAs and 401(k)s Defined Benefit Pensions No Tax on Returns Roth IRAs Tax-exempt Bonds Owner-occupied Homes (below exempt gains thresholds) 529 Plans Labor Component of DIY Home Improvements Health Savings Accounts Employer-provided Health Insurance In addition to personal income taxes on the principal and return, corporate income taxes… [read post]