I found you through your blog, but could not figure out how to post my question there.

I am changing out furniture that has long since been depreciated. If I donate it to a certified/licensed charity (Goodwill/Red Cross, etc.) will I be able to deduct any value, and if so what or how would such value be determined?

Also, if I find the need to hire a liquidator to transport the furniture to said charity, would those charges be a write off also?

Hope you can get to this, and thanks for your time.

Douglas Parent