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There are many tax deductions that one can claim when donating their old car. If they donate to a charity, they can normally get a proportion of the value of their car in terms of deductions.

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What is the highest car donation tax write off I can take in a single year?

If you itemize the standard deduction will be $4,850 for single; $9,700 for married filing jointly.


Can I save on my taxes by giving a vehicle donation to charity?

You can take a deduction for the price at which the donated vehicle was auctioned on behalf of the charity. The charity to which you donate will arrange to have the car auctioned. The charity will be notified of the money raised by the sale. You will then receive this notification. This is the amount you can use as a deduction.


What are some trustworthy car donation programs?

Edmunds.com recomends 1-800-Charity Cars, but the Salvation Army and Goodwill will also take donations.


Save Money With a Car Donation Tax Deduction?

Everyone likes to find new ways to recoup money at tax time. And while your main motivation for helping charities is because you care about helping the people impacted by the organization’s work, one of the great residual benefits of charitable donations is that they are tax deductible. And while you may not have a great deal of money to donate to a charity, if you have n old vehicle you can’t use anymore, you may be able to get a car donation tax deduction. Car donation tax deduction programs are simple. You have an old car, SUV, or truck(or in some programs a boat, motorcycle, or rv) that you don’t want anymore. It would cost too much to fix it, but you also don’t want to spend money to have it towed away to the junkyard. You contact the charity of your choice and ask them if they have a vehicle donation program. If they do, they’ll take down some basic info and coordinate a time to meet with you to pick up the vehicle. They haul it away, free of charge to you, and the problem of that broken down vehicle is now out of your hair. And, not only do you rid yourself of a problem, but the charity will provide you with a form that allows you to use the donation as a tax deduction! How does the charity benefit? Well, they have mechanics who volunteer their time for this sort of effort, or they’ll take the cars to a shop that will do the work to get the cars up and running and a discounted price. Once the cars are fixed up and ready for use, they may be resold, with the profits benefiting the charity, or they may be used by the charity for official purposes, or they could simply be donated to someone in need. Don’t let that old stalled vehicle clutter your garage for one more day. Find a local charity that offers a vehicle donation program. You’ll be helping a great cause, ridding yourself of a problem, and helping out your tax statements in the process.


How do I make an auto donation to charity?

Start by checking with your local neighborhood charities. If they do not take cars, then you can call 1-800 CHARITY CARS and they will walk you through the process. Normally, they will send someone to pick up the vehicle.


What kind of boat is used to take people and cars to island?

A ferry.


What would be a good way to donate to a benefit foundation?

You Can donate with check, credit cards,cash and pay pal is accepted by some foundations. Proof of donation will be needed if you plan to take it as a tax deduction. Some have privacy policies to protect your identity.


Where can I go to donate my used wheelchair in the Seattle area that will also allow me to use the donation as a tax deduction?

Goodwill donations are tax deductable, and there are several stores in the Seattle area where yuo can donate your wheelchair. You may also want to look for a local charity for the disabled, or homeless shelter, as it is possible both could take your wheelchair as a tax deductable donation.


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If you buy the Girl Scout cookies and take them with you to consume them, you can not deduct their price. You have purchased a product at a fair market value.If you buy Girl Scout cookies and leave them with the Girl Scouts as a donation, you may treat the purchase price of the donated cookies as a charitable contribution. If you buy the cookies and then donate them to another charitable organization, the cookies may be tax-deductible if they qualify as a donation to that organization.


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where and when can I donate my computer components?

You can donate your computer components to your local school system or by contacting the Salvation Army @ 1-800-728-7825. Also at usedcomputer.com there are a list of charities that would love to have your donation and don't forget to get a receipt so that you can take a deduction on your taxes.


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Most BMW Cars Take Unleaded Or For Some Special Ones Diesel.