Saturday, July 31, 2010

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Testimonials Testimonials

"I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Chet Rogers, who provided a conservation easement appraisal for our farm. He is very professional and courteous, and always responded to questions and phone calls promptly.

Mr. Rogers has many years of experience with conservation easements and appraisals, and has worked with many people in Maine and New Hampshire. He is knowledgeable about the land and conservation and makes excellent use of available resources. His kind and patient personality make him a pleasure to work with." … JHS

Green Stuff Saved So Far Green Stuff Saved So Far

2,985 acres saved from development
10,817 feet of lake or pond frontage saved from development
3,300 feet of river frontage saved from development
96 houses NOT built

CONSERVATION EASEMENT

Are you considering donating a conservation easement on land you own? And reaping the tax benefits? You'll need a conservation easement appraisal prepared by a qualified appraiser. This site will tell you your options and answer your questions.

 

 
 
 
 
1

Purposes

To qualify for a tax deduction, the easement must be for one or more conservation purposes: 
- Recreation or education of the public...

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2

Conservation Easement Options

You have lots of options as to which rights you choose to keep and which rights you choose to donate.


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3

Tax Benefits

You are giving up something of value, i.e. your development rights, and you deserve something in return. The tax benefits are huge.

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4

Qualified Organization

You must have an IRS-qualified donee to accept the conservation easement. Most likely it’s your local land trust...   


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5

Qualified Appraisal and Qualified Appraiser

The Internal Revenue Code requires a "qualified appraisal" prepared by a "qualified appraiser". Important stuff if you want a tax deduction... 

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6

Appraisal Process

After the conservation easement deed prepared by the Land Trust, the appraisal report is the most important document...

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