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Name: Karen Campese
Site: http://www.cars4charities.org/
About Author: Cars4Charities is a non-profit car donation center representing over 1,000 respected charities across the United States. http://www.cars4charities.org/


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The Winter of Our Discontent

Here we go again. Another winter storm is bearing down on us. It is the latest in a string of storms that have plagued us. Each storm brings a new round of snow, sleet, ice, wind, etc. It is enough to make you want to move to a warmer place in the country. But wait; [...]

The Arctic Blast

Most of the country continues to get hit with an arctic blast. The temperatures have hit record lows in places that do not normally experience them. So, what do you do when Jack Frost comes nipping at your nose? If you are going out doors, dress in several layers and make sure your head is [...]

The ABC’s of Car Donation – C is for Consider

Consider all of the aspects of car donation, both the positive and the negative. There are many practical reasons to donate your car to charity. It is much easier than trading in your car at a dealership and arguing over the trade in amount. It is also easier than trying to sell your car privately. [...]

The ABC’s of Car Donation – B is for Beware

Beware of false claims.  Beware of any charity or car donation center that uses any of theses phrases; “full fair market value”, “maximum value”, “maximum deduction” “huge tax deduction”, “fully tax deductible” or “tax credit”.   First, there is no tax credit allowed for a car donation. The IRS allows a tax deduction.  A tax credit [...]

The ABC’s of Car Donation – A is for ASK

Ask questions. The more you know the more information decision you will make regarding whether to donate your car and what charity to donate car to.  Here are some questions, you should ask: 1. What kind of vehicles does the charity accept for donation? Some charities only accept cars that run and are less than [...]

Welcome to Winter!

So far this winter, snow has hit every state in the country. Venturing out in this “winter wonderland” has taken on a whole new meaning; wondering if you are going to be able to get to work or school, wondering if they are even open, wondering if the buses or trains are running, wondering if [...]

You Will Be Dancing With the Stars When You Donate Your Car

When you donate car you no longer use, want or need to charity, you will feel so good about yourself, it will be like you are dancing with the stars. You will feel very good about helping to support a charity. You will also feel very good about the tax deduction you will get for [...]