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Gifts to Charity
New rules require more diligent recordkeeping
Keeping the receipts from your charitable contributions just became
more of a priority.
Starting January 2007, you will not be allowed to deduct charitable
contributions of any amount unless you have the proof. What does this mean
for you? Starting in 2007, each cash contribution you make must be
substantiated with a bank record, receipt, letter, or other written
communication from the donee organization that states the name of the
donee, the date the contribution was made, and the amount of the
contribution.
Without this substantiation, you will not be allowed to deduct the
contribution on your tax return.
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