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What is Form 990-EZ

The Instructions for Form 990-EZ is an IRS document used by tax-exempt organizations to guide the completion of Form 990-EZ, a streamlined annual return for smaller entities.

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Form 990-EZ is needed by:
  • Small tax-exempt organizations with gross receipts under $100,000
  • Nonprofits completing an annual information return
  • Tax practitioners preparing taxes for clients
  • Organizations unfamiliar with IRS filing requirements
  • Accountants specializing in tax-exempt entities

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Form 990-EZ is intended for tax-exempt organizations with gross receipts of less than $100,000 and total assets of less than $250,000 at the end of the tax year.
The deadline for submitting Form 990-EZ is usually the 15th day of the fifth month after the end of your organization's financial year.
Form 990-EZ can be submitted electronically through the IRS’s e-file system or mailed to the address specified in the instructions for the form.
Supporting documents aren't required with Form 990-EZ, but it's crucial to keep them on file for IRS inquiries, including financial statements and receipts.
Common mistakes include incorrect reporting of revenue, not signing the form, and missing deadlines. Double-check all entries for accuracy before submitting.
Processing times can vary, but electronic submissions typically take less time, generally around 4-6 weeks for review by the IRS.
More guidance can be found in the IRS instructions for Form 990-EZ, as well as through tax-related resources and tax professionals experienced with nonprofit filings.
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