Editor’s Note: Consumer Reports has not updated the specific charities mentioned in this story since November 2019. If you’re looking for tips on choosing a charity, you can vet the charities you’re ...

A version of this article previously appeared in May 2021. Gifting appreciated investment assets has long been a "win" from a tax and portfolio standpoint: It erases capital gains bills while reducing ...

Lita Epstein has 18+ years of experience as an author and financial writer. She has also written over 40 books. Donating a car to charity can still offer tax benefits if properly documented. Charities ...

At first glance, leaving real estate to charity seems straightforward. In practice, highly appreciated property encumbered by mortgage debt is frequently declined. Public charities and private ...