Charitable Deductions

Recent Developments and Trends for Exempt Organizations

2012 was a busy year for the IRS with respect to tax-exempt organizations and 2013 promises more of the same. While the effects of the budget sequester on the IRS regulation writers and auditors is uncertain, we anticipate...more

Are Charitable Deductions Dead?

In talking with a number of tax professionals, there seems to be a lack of consensus about how much the new law will actually reduce charitable deductions and other itemized deductions like those for state income tax, real...more

Tax Season Alert: The IRS May Attempt to Disallow Your Charitable Deductions

As you compile your tax material for the preparation of your 2012 income tax returns, now is the perfect time to examine your files to ensure you have all required records to support your charitable contributions,...more

Insight on Estate Planning - February/March 2013: Should you donate life insurance to charity?

Donating life insurance to a favorite charity is an excellent opportunity to make a larger donation than may otherwise be affordable. This article shows why this is so and discusses the most tax-effective way to donate life...more