THE PERIMETER PLANNING LENS
Connect the headline to the bigger picture.
Good charitable planning connects the recipient’s needs, the donor’s goals and the practical terms of the gift. Tax treatment is one part of the decision, and it depends on facts that should be reviewed before a transfer.
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Questions worth bringing to the table
- What outcome do I want this gift to support?
- Which giving method fits the asset and the recipient’s ability to accept it?
- What documentation and valuation are required?
- What control, access or flexibility will I give up?
Define what success means
Choose the causes, communities or outcomes you want to support and how involved you want to be. Consider whether the recipient needs flexible operating support, a specific asset or a commitment over time.
Compare giving methods
Discuss cash, appreciated assets and giving vehicles with your tax and legal professionals. Ask about control, irrevocability, fees, valuation, required documentation and the timing of grants. A deduction is not the same as cash returned to the donor.
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