ElleT777 asked: I’m an independent contractor in need of some tax write-offs. It was suggested to me by an accountant that I purchase a car for a few hundred dollars, and then sometime during the year, donate it to a specific charity (a local church) that offers a minimum $1,000 tax write-off for car [...]

sam asked: i donated my car in february of 2005 and i got back a document stating i can deduct 1300 bucks. my accountant is saying that since i dont have a home / mortgage i cant deduct it. he also says i dont meet the minimum 10 thousand dollar deduction. whatever that [...]