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Fraudulent Charities – The Quick IRS Search That Tells You Before You Donate

Consumer Protection, Financial Fraud Prevention, Nonprofit Organizations, Personal Finance, Tax and Legal Guidance / Jack Gilbert

IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search can confirm a charity’s 501(c)(3) status in under a minute. If it’s missing, revoked, or doesn’t match the name/EIN, treat it as a red flag and don’t donate. This article explains the quick IRS check plus other warning signs and safer ways to give. Why Charity Fraud Is More Common […]

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What is a bequest?

A bequest is a gift of money, property, or other assets made through a will to a named beneficiary, organization, or charity. It takes effect only after the will-maker dies and the estate is administered, and it can be specific (a particular item) or general (a sum of money). This article explains how bequests work,