REAL ESTATE DONATION
WHY DONATE REAL ESTATE?
People and organizations donate properties for different reasons. Here are some of the most common ones.
WHY DONATE REAL ESTATE?
People and organizations donate properties for different reasons. Here are some of the most common ones.
PROPERTY TAX
Sometimes, owners get behind paying their property taxes. Maybe the property is not making as much money as an investment property for you, and you might become delinquent in paying property taxes when this happens…
MAINTENANCE
Sometimes, home and property repairs can be costly, maybe more costly than you can afford to pay. If you own an investment property but are not making enough money to cover the cost of repairs that are required to…
BAD TENANT
Many people become landlords, because they like the idea of making passive income. When things work well, that can be a great plan and can build your investment portfolio nicely. Passive income is nice, because you…
INHERITANCE
Sometimes, owners get behind paying their property taxes. Maybe the property is not making as much money as an investment property for you, and you might become…
PERSONAL KINDNESS
You might simply want to help out or even make the world or community a better place with an asset you have to donate rather than make…
PROPERTY TAX
Sometimes, owners get behind paying their property taxes. Maybe the property is not making as much money as an investment property for you, and you might become delinquent in paying property taxes when this happens…
MAINTENANCE
Sometimes, home and property repairs can be costly, maybe more costly than you can afford to pay. If you own an investment property but are not making enough money to cover the cost of repairs that are required to…
BAD TENANT
Many people become landlords, because they like the idea of making passive income. When things work well, that can be a great plan and can build your investment portfolio nicely. Passive income is nice, because you don’t have…
INHERITANCE
Have you (and maybe along with one or more siblings) inherited a property that is not anywhere near where you live? Do you now own property that is too far to be…
PERSONAL KINDNESS
You might simply want to help out or even make the world or community a better place with an asset you have to donate rather than make…
WHY DONATE REAL ESTATE?
There are many great reasons to consider donating real estate to charity. Typically, our donors have been motivated to give for reasons including substantial tax deductions, freedom from unwanted property holdings, quick turnaround on real estate assets, efficient liquidation of corporate real estate, and ultimately, the ideal way to give a generous gift to a favorite charity.
REGARDLESS OF YOUR REASONS, WE CAN GUIDE YOU IN YOUR DECISION TO DONATING. EVERY YEAR, WE HELP HUNDREDS OF PEOPLE NATIONWIDE CONTRIBUTE VIRTUALLY ALL TYPES OF PROPERTY INCLUDING:
Residential houses or land
Industrial buildings (abandoned) or land
Apartments or condominiums
Most types of mortgages
Properties subject to life estates
Commercial property
Vacant land
Hotel buildings
Contract for deed
Sandwich leases
Overall, donating real estate provides a unique opportunity to give back to the community. Our donors experience the rewards and benefits of property donation first hand.
Donating Real Estate for Land Conservation and Green Energy
Donating real estate for environmental causes is a powerful way to leave a lasting legacy while supporting sustainability, conservation, and clean energy projects. By gifting land to organizations dedicated to protecting our planet, you can contribute to wildlife preservation, carbon reduction, and sustainable agriculture while also benefiting from tax deductions. Here’s how real estate donations can make a difference:
Donate Land for Wildlife Preservation Causes
Land donations play a crucial role in protecting habitats for endangered species and wildlife. By donating your real estate to wildlife preservation nonprofits, you help safeguard ecosystems that may otherwise face destruction from urban development or industrial use. Organizations like national and local wildlife trusts accept land donations to create sanctuaries where animals can thrive, ensuring their survival for generations to come.
Tax Benefits of Donating Land to Green Nonprofits
Beyond the environmental impact, donating land to green nonprofits can provide substantial tax benefits. Under current IRS regulations, landowners can claim tax deductions based on the appraised value of the property. This can reduce income tax liability and lower capital gains taxes that would result from selling the land. Donors also avoid the costs of property maintenance and taxes while supporting a meaningful cause.
How to Donate Real Estate for Reforestation Programs
Reforestation initiatives rely on donations of land to plant trees and restore forests. Gifting property to organizations involved in reforestation programs can transform degraded land into thriving ecosystems that absorb carbon dioxide and support biodiversity. Donors can work with nonprofits like the Arbor Day Foundation or The Nature Conservancy to facilitate the process, ensuring their land contributes to vital reforestation projects.
Donate Property to Nature Conservancies
Nature conservancies aim to protect the environment through the preservation of open spaces, forests, and waterways. Donating real estate to a nature conservancy organization helps create protected areas that are off-limits to harmful development. These organizations often work to restore natural habitats, maintain biodiversity, and provide public access to green spaces for recreational use and enjoyment.
Land Donations for Environmental Education Centers
Donated real estate can serve as the foundation for environmental education centers. By transforming land into outdoor classrooms, nonprofits educate future generations about conservation, sustainability, and the importance of protecting the environment. These centers provide hands-on learning experiences for students, teaching them to value and respect nature.
Donate Real Estate for Carbon Offsetting Projects
Carbon offsetting projects, such as renewable energy and forest restoration, rely on land donations to operate effectively. Your real estate gift can be used to develop carbon sequestration initiatives that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, combating climate change. Nonprofits use these properties to create sustainable solutions, balancing human activity with environmental responsibility.
Donate Farmland for Sustainable Agriculture Charities
Farmland donations can support sustainable agriculture charities focused on organic farming, soil health, and food security. By donating farmland, organizations implement eco-friendly farming practices that conserve resources, reduce pollution, and promote healthy ecosystems. Sustainable agriculture helps communities access nutritious food while protecting the environment.
Charitable Gifting for Forest Land Preservation
Forest land preservation is essential to combating deforestation and protecting natural resources. Charitable gifts of forested properties ensure these lands remain untouched, providing clean air, water, and habitats for wildlife. Nonprofits work to maintain and steward these lands, promoting their long-term preservation and ecological value.
Donate Unused Property for Clean Energy Projects
Unused properties can become the site of clean energy projects like solar farms, wind farms, and geothermal plants. By donating your real estate, you help organizations harness renewable energy sources, reducing dependence on fossil fuels and decreasing carbon emissions. Clean energy projects create a sustainable energy future and offer economic benefits to local communities.
How to Support Environmental Causes with Real Estate Gifts
To donate real estate, start by identifying a nonprofit or cause aligned with your values. Consult with the organization to ensure the property meets its needs, and work with legal and tax professionals to complete the process. Whether you’re supporting reforestation, wildlife preservation, or clean energy, your real estate gift can create a lasting environmental impact while offering financial benefits.
Donating real estate is more than just a financial decision, it’s a meaningful contribution to protecting the planet. By partnering with green nonprofits, you can help preserve land, combat climate change, and inspire future generations to value sustainability.
IS IT HARD TO DONATE REAL ESTATE?
Our program is designed to make the process of transforming real estate gifts into valuable assets for charity as simple as possible. Donating Real Estate will guide you through each step along the way, while serving as the single contact point between you and the charities. Our real estate professionals can get you started immediately. Just contact us by phone or fill out our online form to initiate the giving process.
REAL ESTATE DONATION PACKAGE
Upon the decision to proceed with the donation, the next step is to send you a donation package, which consists of the following documents:
A. Acceptable Deed in Your State
B. Donation Agreement
C. Declaration of Deed / Gift
REAL ESTATE DONATION PROCESS – AFTER INITIAL CONTACT
After the initial contact, our real estate agents will schedule and appointment to look at the property. This preliminary inspection is simply to determine the condition of the physical property itself, inside and out. Based on this inspection, we will then make the decision to move forward with the donation process.
TYPES OF DONATED PROPERTIES WE ACCEPT
We accept many different types of donated properties:
Houses
Offices
Apartments
Strip Malls
Warehouses
Manufacturing / Assembly Locations
Land
HOUSES:
Single family homes and duplexes/2-family flats are the most commonly donated property. Sometimes, these houses have more repairs than the current owner can afford. We accept ranch houses with finished or unfinished basements, raised ranches, tri-levels, quad level homes, bungalows, cape cods, colonials, and more. In some cases we might even able to absorb properties that are delinquent in paying property taxes.
OFFICES:
Looking to donate a traditional office space with possibly a reception area, a board room, and maybe even some private offices. Maybe you are looking to donate an open office space with wood floors or industrial carpet and high ceilings. We accept all building classifications: trophy, Class A, Class B, or even Class C office buildings..
APARTMENTS:
We accept properties as small as 4-unit apartments. You can also donate multi-unit apartments with many more units. We can accept a single apartment building or an entire apartment complex.
STRIP MALLS:
We accept many different types of strip malls: neighborhood centers, community centers, regional centers, superregional centers, fashion/specialty centers, power centers, theme/festival centers, and even outlet centers.
WAREHOUSES:
We accept several different types of warehouses: retail warehouses, cool warehouses, cold storage, packing warehouses, and even railway warehouses.
MANUFACTURING/ASSEMBLY LOCATIONS:
For better or worse, There are many empty, unused manufacturing and assembly plant locations. Some of them are move-in ready. Other properties might have more complications.
VACANT LAND:
Not as much as we do with land with properties built on it, but sometimes we can even accept vacant land.
CONTACT US TODAY
to discuss whether we might be able to accept your property for donation. Call 1-888-228-1050 now, or complete the form on our site, and we’ll contact you.
TYPES OF DONATED PROPERTIES WE ACCEPT
We accept many different types of donated properties:
Houses
Offices
Apartments
Strip Malls
Warehouses
Manufacturing / Assembly Locations
Land
HOUSES:
Single family homes and duplexes/2-family flats are the most commonly donated property. Sometimes, these houses have more repairs than the current owner can afford. We accept ranch houses with finished or unfinished basements, raised ranches, tri-levels, quad level homes, bungalows, cape cods, colonials, and more. In some cases we might even able to absorb properties that are delinquent in paying property taxes.
OFFICES:
Looking to donate a traditional office space with possibly a reception area, a board room, and maybe even some private offices. Maybe you are looking to donate an open office space with wood floors or industrial carpet and high ceilings. We accept all building classifications: trophy, Class A, Class B, or even Class C office buildings..
APARTMENTS:
We accept properties as small as 4-unit apartments. You can also donate multi-unit apartments with many more units. We can accept a single apartment building or an entire apartment complex.
STRIP MALLS:
We accept many different types of strip malls: neighborhood centers, community centers, regional centers, superregional centers, fashion/specialty centers, power centers, theme/festival centers, and even outlet centers.
WAREHOUSES:
We accept several different types of warehouses: retail warehouses, cool warehouses, cold storage, packing warehouses, and even railway warehouses.
MANUFACTURING/ASSEMBLY LOCATIONS:
For better or worse, There are many empty, unused manufacturing and assembly plant locations. Some of them are move-in ready. Other properties might have more complications.
VACANT LAND:
Not as much as we do with land with properties built on it, but sometimes we can even accept vacant land.
CONTACT US TODAY
to discuss whether we might be able to accept your property for donation. Call (877) 721-1627 now, or complete the form on our site, and we’ll contact you.