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The Basics of Charitable Giving: Cash, Stocks, IRAs (Ep. 27)

The Basics of Charitable Giving: Cash, Stocks, IRAs (Ep. 27)

Are you making the most of your contributions?

This week, Matt Nelson and Jacob LaRue explore the essentials of charitable giving, focusing on how to align charitable contributions with financial goals while optimizing tax savings. 

The episode outlines the importance of prioritizing values over tax savings, covers key methods of giving, and provides strategies for maximizing the benefits of donations.

They discuss: 

  • The importance of prioritizing your values over tax savings when engaging in charitable giving
  • An overview of tax considerations and limitations on charitable contributions
  • Strategies for donating low-basis stock and how it can be more beneficial than cash donations
  • The benefits of Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) for retirees, especially those with required minimum distributions (RMDs)
  • And more!

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