Donating Residential Real Estate to Charity

Donating Residential Real Estate to Charity

A Real Estate Donation (vacant land, house, industrial, residential, land contracts, commercial property or timeshare) provides donors the means to enjoy what may be a substantial tax deduction all at the cost of helping others. If your real property asset has grown...
The Legal Basis for Donating Inherited Property

The Legal Basis for Donating Inherited Property

Some of a decedent’s property might go unclaimed for any number of reasons. The decedent might not have specifically bequeathed an item in his will, leaving its disposition up to the executor of his estate. Absent a taker, the executor might donate it to charity. A...
Before Giving to a Charity

Before Giving to a Charity

Before Giving to a Charity If you’re considering a request for a donation to a charity, do some research before you give. By finding out as much as you can about the charity, you can avoid fraudsters who try to take advantage of your generosity. Here are tips to help...