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Six ways to make your IRA work for charities

June 14, 2016

Are you 70 ½?

Do you have an IRA?

Do you want to help your church, school, and favorite charities and save money?

Then read my new article titled Tax Tips: Age 70 1/2 or Older? Make Your IRA Donate Directly to Charity

The Challenge:

Sure. Your IRA is a great way to save for retirement. But when you hit 70 ½, you’re going to have to start taking money out of your IRA every year and pay taxes on that income.

Uncle Sam calls this a Required Minimum Distribution.

Want details? Read the full article.

The Opportunity:

Do you want to donate money to your church, a school, or some qualified charity like the Red Cross or the American Cancer society?

Then take advantage of The Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes Act.

This little-known provision of the tax law lets a taxpayer, 70 ½ or older, make up to $100,000 in annual charitable contributions directly from their IRA.

This allows you to avoid creating income taxes and put a valuable charitable deduction in your pocket.

Want details? Read the full article.

The Strategy:

Actually, there are six strategies that work for charities and you. Don’t miss them!

For example, we’ll show you how to get a hefty double-dip benefit. And how to slash your Medicare premiums.

All six strategies are totally legal and can save you a lot of money.

Want details? Read the full article.

Filed Under: Charity, Filing tips, Receipts, Records, Retirement, Tax Planning

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