Real Estate Philantropy and Other Services for Nonprofits and Private Property Owners
Lily By Dennis Bidwell November 2017 I believe that increases in real estate gift activity can be explained by several factors. I think more non-profits have opened their doors to real estate gifts, in many cases actively marketing their interest in real estate gifts, because long-standing resistance to real estate gifts has been fading away. Why … Read more…
By Dennis Bidwell August 2017 Here, drawing on some of the suggestions in that document, is an approach that has worked for me and my clients and, I believe, has served well the interests of many donors and their families. 1. Nothing is more important than keeping in mind the best interests of your donor … Read more…
By Dennis Bidwell May 2017 Sometimes I’ll read an article on real estate gifts that suggests only one workable gift structure involving real estate – a charitable remainder trust, or perhaps making the gift by bequest, or maybe a bargain sale. I also see from time to time conference presentations that emphasize just one gift … Read more…
By Dennis Bidwell February 2017 As development offices in non-profits of all sizes and shapes turn greater attention to attracting, closing and selling real estate gifts, I’m finding more and more charities are particular interested in exploring retained life estate possibilities with their donors. The basics: The owner(s) of a personal residence or agricultural property … Read more…