Charitable donations can help you gain tax credit.
If you have replaced your old gas oven with a new model, consider donating your used oven to the Salvation Army to allow someone else to make use of it. The organization has drop-off centers all across the nation to enable ease of donation, they also provide alternate methods of donation for those who can't transport their items. In return, the Salvation Army will use the funds from the sale of the appliance to assist with various causes, such as providing opportunities for underprivileged children, relief for disaster victims, and help for the disabled.
Instructions
1. Prepare your appliance for donation. The Salvation Army prefers clean, working appliances, so clean the item as best you can before donating. This may be as simple as wiping down the outside of the appliance so it is free of dirt and dust, or you may want to use an appliance cleaning solution to wipe away any accumulated grime.
2. Visit the Salvation Army's valuation guide at http://www.satruck.org/donation-value-guide, to determine a fair value for the oven. Pick an amount between the low and high values listed that is appropriate for the condition and age of the oven. You will need this to receive a properly-documented receipt that you can use for tax credit purposes.
3. Find the Salvation Army donation center nearest you by checking their website: http://www.satruck.com/. Navigate to the page and enter your local zip code in the box labeled "Find Your Local Salvation Army". Click on "Go" and a list of available donation centers and contact information will appear.
4. Transport the oven to the nearest center for donation. Representatives from the store will unload the item for you. Make sure to get a receipt so you can use it on your next tax return.
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