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Basics of Income Tax Deductions for Donations to Charitable Organizations

January 15th, 2013
Taking advantage of income tax deductions for donations to charitable organizations gives an individual more control over how his or her money is used. Potential tax money is taken out of the hands of the government and given to charities the donor w… Read More
Tags: Charitable Giving

Free Estate Planning Seminar 2012 Schedule Online Now

December 19th, 2012
Free Estate Planning Seminars: 2012 Schedule Online Now – Reserve Your Spot Our free estate planning seminars cover everything from how to avoid estate tax and planning for long term health care needs to the use of living trusts and irrevocable tru… Read More

IRA Gifts to Charity: The Ideal Asset to Gift at Death

December 17th, 2012
As gifts to charity, Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) are among the best assets for charitable giving at death. If you are looking for a way to make a charitable donation, reduce estate taxes, and receive charitable tax deductions on income taxe… Read More
Tags: Charitable Giving, IRA

8 Strategies for Charitable Giving: Fund Your Favorite Charity While Reducing Your Tax Bill

November 15th, 2012
Charitable giving is a great way to reduce income and estate taxes while increasing your control over how your money is used. When you give to charity organizations in Ohio or nationally, you can take a charitable tax deduction either off your income… Read More
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Centerville, OH Estate Planning & Probate Law Office

October 23rd, 2012
We’re happy to announce the opening of our Centerville, OH satellite law office at: Gudorf Law Group, LLC 1800 Lyons Road Centerville, OH 45459 This office will operate by appointment only. Read More

100% Estate Tax Elimination with a Testamentary Charitable Lead Trust or Charitable Remainder Trust

October 15th, 2012
A testamentary charitable lead trust (CLT) or charitable remainder trust (CRT) can be used to totally eliminate estate taxes if the trust is structured properly. By including a formula and specific wording, a testamentary trust can be structured so t… Read More
Tags: Charitable Giving

3 Ways to Give Scholarships to Reduce Taxes and Leave a Legacy of Education

October 4th, 2012
When people give scholarships through a charitable foundation or scholarship trust using funds from their own estate, it tells others that education is important to them. It leaves a legacy that inspires individuals to pursue education and facilitate… Read More

How Does a Conservation Easement in Ohio Work as a Planned Giving Tool?

October 2nd, 2012
Conservation easements in Ohio are a way to preserve family land and reduce taxes by permanently restricting development and land use in cooperation with a government agency, Ohio land trust or nationally recognized land trust. The easement can be do… Read More
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What is a Bargain Sale to Charity and How is it Used in Planned Giving?

September 21st, 2012
A bargain sale to charity is a way to make charitable contributions of property to charity while getting some of the property value back. The donor sells the property to the charity for a price below fair market value. The charity gets the benefit of… Read More
Tags: Charitable Giving

What are Life Estates and How are They Used in Planned Giving?

September 17th, 2012
Life estates are a useful tool for making a substantial gift to charity by donating your home or farm without having to vacate the property or give up any benefits your currently enjoy from the property. You’ll receive a charitable tax deduction up… Read More
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