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Recent Commentary

Rate for Charitable Calculations Rises to 5.2%

Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Rates / Tables / Statistics

In Rev. Rul. 2026-12, the Service announced the Section 7520 rate for July will rise to 5.2% from 5.0. The average rate for 2025 was 4.95%, while the average rate for 2026 is 4.83%.

IRS Updates Applicable Federal Rates for July 2026

Monday, June 15, 2026
Rates / Tables / Statistics

The IRS has announced the Applicable Federal Rates for July 2026, including the Section 7520 rate of 5.2%.

Convenient Giving

Thursday, June 11, 2026
Historical

Naming a DAF as the remainder beneficiary of a CRT gives the donor flexibility.

JCT Releases Explanation of OBBBA

Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Legislative Highlights

On May 28, 2026, the Joint Committee on Taxation (JCT) released its General Explanation of the Tax Provisions of Public Law 119-21 (Explanation). Often referred to as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA or Act), the Explanation provides insight into how staffers interpret the new law.