Dear Liz: Please have another go with respect to answering a recent question about making qualified charitable distributions from an IRA using a debit card, which is something we have also wondered ...

For retirees facing Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs), the Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) isn't just a "definition"— it can be one of the most powerful tax planning tools in your arsenal.

There are several great ways retirees can use their investment portfolios to give to charity. One of which is taking a Qualified Charitable Distribution from an IRA account, or “QCD” for short. As the ...

For many taxpayers, the standard deduction makes it unnecessary to itemize. However, this also limits which deductions you can claim, including donations to charity. Recent tax changes have affected ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bob Carlson researches all facets of retirement finances. The early months of the year are important for taxpayers ages 70½ and ...