In many situations, it might be worth waiting for long-term capital gains. However, the actual answer naturally depends on your situation. You would likely pay a lower tax rate if you wait until your capital gains are considered long-term capital gains. However, the downside is that you might lose some or all of your profit due to potential asset depreciation. This might happen before you've owned it long enough to be taxed at the lower long-term capital gains rate. Additionally, you might need the money for other investments or other important financial goals before a year has passed.