Planned Giving

Maximize your philanthropic goals

Make a difference in people's lives and always be remembered for your contribution
Benefit yourself, your family and Samuel Merritt University with your planned gift
Help us fulfill our mission for many years and generations to come

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Gifts of Real Estate

Donating appreciated real estate, such as a home, vacation property, undeveloped land, farmland, ranch or commercial property can make a great gift to Samuel Merritt University.

Gifts of Real Estate
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Benefits of gifts of real estate

  • Avoid paying capital gains tax on the sale of the real estate
  • Receive a charitable income tax deduction based on the value of the gift
  • Leave a lasting legacy to Samuel Merritt University

How to make a gift of real estate

Your real property may be given to Samuel Merritt University by executing or signing a deed transferring ownership. You may deed part or all of your real property to Samuel Merritt University. Your gift will generally be based on the property's fair market value, which must be established by an independent appraisal.

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If you have any questions about gifts of real estate, please contact us. We would be happy to assist you and answer any questions that you have.

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