What is a common tax implication of strategic asset allocation within a high-net-worth portfolio?

Strategic asset allocation involves dividing a portfolio among different asset classes, like stocks, bonds, and real estate, to achieve specific investment goals and manage risk. A common tax implication is the creation of taxable events when rebalancing the portfolio to maintain the desired asset allocation. When certain asset classes outperform others, their allocation in the portfolio may exceed the target percentage. To rebalance, some of the over-allocated assets must be sold, potentially triggering capital gains taxes. These taxes can reduce the overall return on the portfolio. To minimize these tax implications, strategies such as tax-loss harvesting, where losing investments are sold to offset gains, and investing in tax-advantaged accounts can be employed. Also, asset location strategies, where assets with high tax liabilities are placed in tax-deferred accounts, can be used to minimize taxes.