The Tax Benefits of Donating to Charity
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Tuesday, September 25, 2018
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First, by making the donation, you avoid any long-term capital gains tax on the asset. “That will help you reduce your taxable income,” says Ed Slott, a CPA who educates financial advisers on IRA and retirement planning strategies.