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03 May, 2026Charitable Deductions in 2026: What Changed Under the OBBBA
3 key changes to charitable deductions in 2026 under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act: $40,400 SALT cap, $1k/$2k non-itemizer deduction, and 0.5% AGI floor.
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03 May, 2026Fair Market Value for Donations: The IRS Definition (Publication 561)
IRS fair market value: the willing-buyer/willing-seller price in current condition. Learn condition tiers, FMV ranges, and when an appraisal is required.
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03 May, 2026Goodwill Itemized Donation List (Printable Checklist for Taxes)
Free printable Goodwill donation checklist for 2025–2026. Track every item by category, condition, and fair market value — IRS-ready for Form 8283.
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03 May, 2026IRS Form 8283: When and How to File for Non-Cash Donations
IRS Form 8283 is required when non-cash donations exceed $500. Learn Section A vs B rules, the $5,000 appraisal threshold, and how to file correctly.
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03 May, 2026What Happened to ItsDeductible? The October 2025 Shutdown Explained
Intuit discontinued ItsDeductible on October 21, 2025. Learn why it shut down, what happened to your data, and the best alternatives for tracking donations.
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03 May, 2026Goodwill vs Salvation Army vs Habitat ReStore: What to Donate Where
Goodwill, Salvation Army, Habitat ReStore — which charity accepts what? Full breakdown of accepted items, pickup availability, and tax documentation for each.
- 24 Apr, 2026
Appliances Donation Value Guide 2025–2026
Fair market values for donated small and large appliances in 2025–2026. IRS-compliant valuation ranges for kitchen, laundry, and household appliances.
- 24 Apr, 2026
Books & Media Donation Value Guide 2025–2026
Fair market values for donated books, DVDs, CDs, and games in 2025–2026. IRS-compliant valuation ranges plus tips for textbooks, collectibles, and full sets.
- 24 Apr, 2026
Clothing Donation Value Guide 2025–2026
Fair market values for donated clothing in 2025–2026. IRS-compliant ranges for shirts, pants, coats, shoes, and designer items to maximize your deduction.
- 24 Apr, 2026
Electronics Donation Value Guide 2025–2026
Fair market values for donated electronics in 2025–2026. IRS-compliant ranges for TVs, laptops, printers — plus data-wiping tips before you drop off.
- 24 Apr, 2026
Furniture Donation Value Guide 2025–2026
Fair market values for donated furniture in 2025–2026. IRS-compliant valuation ranges for sofas, dressers, tables, and more — plus pickup tips for big items.
- 24 Apr, 2026
Toys & Baby Items Donation Value Guide 2025–2026
Fair market values for donated toys, games, and baby gear in 2025–2026. IRS-compliant valuation ranges plus safety, recall, and expiration checks.
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01 Jan, 2026Track Charitable Donations From Any Browser — Web App Now Live
Track charitable donations from any browser — AI photo valuation, TurboTax export, and real-time sync with the iOS app.
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14 Dec, 2025Navigating the Noncash Charitable Contributions Limit
Understand IRS noncash charitable contribution limits based on AGI, donation type, and organization, plus carryover rules and documentation requirements.
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05 Dec, 2025Are Funeral Expenses Tax Deductible?
Are funeral expenses tax deductible? Generally no on personal returns, but there are exceptions for estates and special circumstances.
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24 Nov, 202510 Common Tax Deductions Missed in 2025 That Cost You Money
Discover the 10 most commonly missed tax deductions in 2025, from home office write-offs to the R&D credit, and stop leaving money on the table.
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23 Nov, 2025Maximize Your Donation: Using a Donate Car Tax Deduction Calculator
Use a car donation tax deduction calculator to estimate your write-off. Learn how the $500 threshold, sale price, and fair market value affect your deduction.
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18 Nov, 2025ItsDeductible TurboTax Guide for What to Use Next
ItsDeductible is gone from TurboTax. Learn what happened, how to export your data, and why DeductAble is the best replacement for donation tracking.
- 16 Nov, 2025
Charitable Donation Receipt Requirements: How Much Can You Claim Without One? (2026)
How much can you donate to charity without a receipt? The IRS $250 rule, what counts as proof, and what you need for non-cash gifts of $500 or more.
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08 Nov, 2025How to Maximize Your Tax Deductions: A Practical Guide
How to track charitable deductions for taxes: a 6-step IRS-aligned process covering FMV valuation, receipt rules, Form 8283, and year-end exports.
- 07 Nov, 2025
Itemized Deduction vs Standard Deduction: Which Saves You More on Taxes?
Itemized deduction vs standard deduction: learn which method saves you more on taxes, when to itemize, and how to decide for your situation.
- 04 Nov, 2025
What Donations Are Tax Deductible? A Complete Guide
A complete guide to what donations are tax deductible, including cash, clothing, vehicles, and appreciated assets, with IRS rules and limits explained.
- 03 Nov, 2025
Goodwill Donation Value Guide 2025–2026: Fair Market Values
Free Goodwill donation value guide for 2025–2026. Fair market values for clothing, furniture, and household items to maximize your IRS tax deduction.
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01 Nov, 2025How to Maximize Your Tax Deduction When Donating a Car to Charity
Learn how to maximize your tax deduction when donating a car to charity, including the $500 threshold rule, IRS forms, and valuation tips.
- 01 Nov, 2025
Track, Value, and Export Your Donations — the ItsDeductible Replacement
ItsDeductible is gone — DeductAble is the smarter alternative: AI photo valuation, TurboTax TXF export, offline sync. Track donations year-round.
- 22 Oct, 2025
Goodwill Address for Taxes: How to Document Your Donation
The exact Goodwill address to use on your taxes, how to get a valid donation receipt, and how DeductAble auto-values items for the max IRS deduction.