CHARITABLE GIVING: How to Maximize Your Tax Benefit
Levun, Goodman & Cohen, LLP
”You can obtain an even larger bang-for-your-buck by giving appreciated property to charity.”
Types of Charitable Organizations-An overview of the basic features of the five different kinds of charitable organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code
Law Office of Robert Doucette
General Information Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code is one of the sections that is commonly refer.
Ten Estate Planning Techniques To Consider
W. Birch Douglass and Jennifer Schooley Stringer of McGuireWoods LLP
This article reviews ten estate planning considerations that may help reduce the tax burden in passing an estate to the next generation.
New Bill Would Affect the Governance of Nonprofits
Jill S. Dodd of Steefel, Levitt & Weiss
Congress enacted the American Competitiveness and Corporate Accountability Act (commonly known as "Sarbanes-Oxley") in response to widely reported corporate and accounting scandals. Sarbanes-Oxley's principal purpose was to restore public confidence in the financial reporting of publicly traded companies. With limited exceptions, Sarbanes-Oxley did not apply to nonprofit organizations.
The Publicly Supported Charity-The features, the basic rules and requirements of the most common publicly supported charity under subsection 509(a)(1)
Law Office of Robert Doucette
Introduction Of the four different kinds of public charities recognized under Section501(c)(3) of the Internal .
The Private Foundation-The basic rules, requirements, and features of the private foundation.
Law Office of Robert Doucette
Introduction The private independent foundation (not the private operating foundation), as qualified under Secti.
Why Establish a Private Foundation?
Maroko and Landau, P.C.
You are conducting an estate planning meeting. The clients' estate exceeds $2,500,000, which includes a tax qualifi.
New Developments Affecting Private Foundations
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
?1999 Victoria B. Bjorklund-All rights reserved. Reprinted with permission. I. Introduction A. In 1950: .
Estate Planning Overview
Benson S. Goldstein of Law Offices of Benson S. Goldstein
Proper estate planning is critical for all families, whether the family has grown children or childr.
Focus on Estate Planning & Charitable Giving
Law Offices of J. Robert McPherson
Question: We have heard on TV that it is a problem if we die without a will because the State of California will .
Charitable Contributions
Law Office of Ray R. Goldie
Gifts to charity may produce an immediate income tax deduction and result in reducing the amount of gift and .
But Why Do I Need A Will? (The Great Love Story)
Glenn T. Vandewater of Glenn T. Vandewater, P.A.
Many people insist that they do not need, or want, a Will.If you do not make a Will, your property will be .
The Charitable Remainder Trust
Peter J. Parhiala of Peter J. Parhiala Law Firm
Did you know that your generosity could lead to tremendous tax advantages for you and your family? The more you gi.
Legal Hole in the Donut
Eric J. Swetsky, Barrister & Solicitor
Tim Horton's widow loses misappropriation of personality case.
Charitable Remainder Trusts
Bernard J. Simbole, Esq.
Charitable Remainder Trusts can be used as a substitute for, or a supplement to a retirement plan. In the simplest.
Settlement Provides Guidance for Nonprofits on Donor Privacy
Faegre & Benson LLP
This article provides some guidance for Minnesota charitable organizations that share donor information with third parties.
New Employee Benefits Laws Create Opportunities for Charities
Jeff Belfiglio and Laurel M. V. Buckner of Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
New tax rules allow individuals to make charitable bequests of their interests in IRAs or qualified retirement plans without adverse tax consequences. The rules create a powerful tool for individuals seeking to realize charitable goals and for charities seeking to develop planned gifts from donors who have substantial retirement assets.
Charitable Giving Opportunities
Maroko and Landau, P.C.
The purpose of this article is to address the many benefits that charitable giving providesÃÂfrom income and estat.
IRS Notice Extends To June 30, 2000 The Deadline for Adding A Flip Feature to Existing Charitable Remainder Unitrusts
Rosenman & Colin LLP
On December 10, 1998 the U.S. Treasury issued final Regulations affecting charitable remainder unitrusts (CRUT's)..
Reporting and Substantiation Requirements Increase for Charitable Contributions
Briggs & Morgan
With passage of the Revenue Reconciliation Act of 1993 (the "Act"), the burden for charitable organizations to re.
Contemplating A Charitable Sales Promotion? Think Before You Solicit.
Julie M. Nichols of Wildman, Harrold, Allen & Dixon LLP
In recent years, charitable sales promotions have become an increasingly popular way for consumer products companies to support charitable causes while, at the same time, fostering commercial goodwill. Companies that may not have traditionally engaged in such promotions frequently are surprised to learn of the broad regulatory scheme which applies to solicitations that raise funds, directly or indirectly, for charitable organizations.
Charitable Giving and Planned Gift Programs: Ten Points to Remember
W. Birch Douglass of McGuireWoods LLP
This excerpt lays out ten points to remember during the fundraising process for a charitable organization.
Why Establish a Charitable Remainder Trust?
Gregory J. Morris of Gregory J. Morris
Charitable Remainder Trusts provide an excellent way for individuals to leave legacies to a charitable organization.
Charitable Giving Alternatives
W. Birch Douglass and Michele A. W. McKinnon of McGuireWoods LLP
This article reviews the different charitable giving options and the different tax implications that may apply with these options.
Building Charitable Trusts Into A Client''s Estate, Tax And Family Planning
Sandra Brown Sherman and Anthony Fernandez of Riker Danzig Scherer Hyland & Perretti LLP
This article discusses the use of charitable trusts as an important consideration in any estate plan where the client is charitably inclined.
The Benefits of Charitable Remainder Trusts
Broad and Cassel
Dramatic savings in taxes as well as an enhancement of retirement benefits and wealth passing to your heirs can be .
The Betsy King LPGA Classic Hit with Amusement Tax Liability
Saul Ewing LLP
On September 7, 1999, a three judge panel of the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court reversed an order of the Berks Cou.