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Recent Commentary

Rate for Charitable Calculations Remains at 5.0%

Monday, May 18, 2026
Rates / Tables / Statistics

In Rev. Rul. 2026-11, the Service announced the Section 7520 rate for June will remain at 5.0%. The average rate for 2025 was 4.95%, while the average rate for 2026 is 4.77%.

IRS Updates Applicable Federal Rates for June 2026

Friday, May 15, 2026
Rates / Tables / Statistics

The IRS has announced the Applicable Federal Rates for June 2026, including the Section 7520 rate of 5.0%.

Buckeye Institute: Nonprofit Challenges IRS Donor Disclosure Requirement

Friday, May 15, 2026
Highlights IRS

In Buckeye Institute v. IRS, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit (Court) heard arguments on April 29, 2026, challenging the longstanding disclosure requirements for certain nonprofits to report sensitive and private donor information. This proceeding was based upon an interlocutory appeal of a denial of cross-summary judgment motions of the lower Federal District Court for the Southern District of Ohio.

Increasing Cash Flow through a CRT

Thursday, May 14, 2026
Historical

A gift to a CRT creates greater long-term cash flow than an outright sale.