IRS interest rates are unchanged for the first quarter of 2014 (January 1, 2014, through March 31, 2014). These are the rates changed on underpayments and overpayments:
The 3% rate applies to underpayments of estimated taxes by individuals. All of these rates have held steady since October 1, 2011.
Source: Rev. Rul. 2013-25
Increase in value of property due to market conditions. When you sell appreciated property, you pay tax on the appreciation since the date of purchase. When you donate appreciated property held long term, you may generally deduct the appreciated value.