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Not Everything Is Exempt: What Nonprofits Get Wrong About Unrelated Business Income

Being tax-exempt doesn't mean every dollar your nonprofit earns is off the hook. If your organization brings in unrelated business income, the IRS wants to hear about it on Form 990-T. Here's what trips organizations up, and how to get it right.

Posted byadmin
August 5, 2026
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Virtual vs. In-Person Nonprofit Finance Events: Which Is Worth It in 2026?

In 2026, the smartest nonprofit finance teams aren't choosing between virtual and in-person events — they're being strategic about when each format actually earns its place on the calendar.

Posted byPatience Booker
July 22, 2026
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More Nonprofit Employees Could Now Trigger the Section 4960 Excise Tax: What Tax-Exempt Organizations Need to Know

Section 4960's excise tax on high nonprofit compensation is no longer limited to an organization's top five earners — for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025, the rules expand to cover a broader group of employees, so nonprofits with multiple staff earning over $1 million should start reviewing their compensation arrangements now.

Posted byPatience Booker
July 9, 2026
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Donor-Advised Funds and Form 990: What Recipient Nonprofits Need to Know

Donor-advised funds now move billions to nonprofits each year, but the grant technically comes from the sponsoring organization, not the individual donor who recommended it. That distinction shapes everything from Schedule B reporting to your public support test, making it essential to get right on Form 990.

Posted byPatience Booker
July 6, 2026
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Understanding Net Assets in Form 990-EZ: What Nonprofits Get Wrong

Small nonprofits filing Form 990-EZ make the same net asset mistakes year after year and they're costly. Here's what goes wrong and how to fix it before you file.

Posted byPatience Booker
June 8, 2026
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Can a Veteran Organization Be Tax-Exempt? IRS Requirements Explained

Understanding whether your organization qualifies under 501(c)(19), 501(c)(3), or 501(c)(4) can make the difference in how you fundraise, advocate, and serve your mission.

Posted byPatience Booker
June 4, 2026
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Public Inspection Rules for Nonprofits: A Comprehensive Guide

Nonprofits are legally required to make certain IRS documents available to anyone who asks — and the penalties for failing to comply can be steep.

Posted byPatience Booker
May 20, 2026
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The IRS Just Gave Nonprofits a Digital Front Door. Here’s What the BTA Update Means for You.

The IRS just gave nonprofits online access to their own tax account — here's what you can do with it and why it's worth setting up now.

Posted byPatience Booker
May 19, 2026
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This Is What “We’ve Got You” Actually Looks Like on May 15

Tax990 offers nonprofits a stress-free Form 990 filing experience with extended deadline support and The Tax990 Commitment that covers extensions, rejections, and amendments at no extra cost.

Posted byPatience Booker
May 13, 2026
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