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Your FEC Filing Checklist

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If you’re raising funds as part of a political campaign in the United States, you may be required to file with the Federal Election Commission (FEC). FEC filing can feel overwhelming, with several requirements in place to ensure the integrity of the federal campaign finance process.

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Don’t Make These Common Mistakes When Filing Your Form 990

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Your tax-exempt status may keep you from having to file traditional tax returns, but maintaining the designation comes with its own labyrinth of forms, requirements, and deadlines. Here are nine common mistakes Nikita and her team at Tax990 see nonprofits make when filing their form 990s.

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Form 990: What You Need to Know About Filing for Your Nonprofit

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The Form 990 Series is a specifically designed tax form that most nonprofit organizations will need to file annually. Beyond the fact that it’s a requirement, however, there are a number of other benefits to filing as well—such as increased credibility in the eyes of donors and volunteers. Which 990 Form(s) Should I File?

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Form 990: Essential Information to Know Before Filing

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To preserve your status and make the most of your donations , your nonprofit has to file tax forms on an annual basis. The form that most nonprofits need to file is the IRS Form 990. Organizations that miss the filing deadline face penalty fees and the eventual loss of their 501(c)(3) status. Why is filing Form 990 important?

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10 Considerations for Creating a Budgeting Process

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That includes both the budget and the process for creating it. In addition to reviewing and updating your nonprofit operating budget each year, your financial team should also regularly evaluate your process for creating that document. What Does a Nonprofit Budgeting Process Include? When Your Budget Changes Between Reviews.

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Choosing an E-File Provider for Your Nonprofit Taxes

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Filing your taxes is one of the most important and most dreaded tasks for any nonprofit. After all, filing Form 990 correctly and on time is what helps your nonprofit keep its tax-exempt status — and helps you avoid paying unnecessary fees. . However, correctly filing your taxes is no simple task. Component filing.

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We’re Shocked: IRS Announces 2021 Key Filing Dates, Tax Season Starts February 12th

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If you frequent the IRS.gov virtual newsroom (like we do), you’ll discover these facts: “The Internal Revenue Service announced that the nation's tax season will start on Friday, February 12, 2021, when the tax agency will begin accepting and processing 2020 tax year returns.

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