What is an issue podcast?
An issue podcast is a resource for sharing technical knowledge. You can use an issue podcast to give you as an overview of an issue or as a quick refresher on the topic.
An issue podcast is a short, on-demand audio and visual presentation (approximately 15 minutes) that includes:
- A brief summary of an issue
- A quick analysis of an issue
- References to key resource materials on an issue
Issue podcasts are not:
- Official guidance but rather an overview of a specific issue or aspect of an issue
- A comprehensive analysis of an issue or multiple issues
- A "pro forma" position/discussion on an issue
Issue podcasts
When are commercial type activities a substantial nonexempt purpose for an IRC 501(c)(3) organization?
Learn about determining when commercial-type activities further a substantial nonexempt purpose for an IRC 501(c)(3) organization.
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Proposing denial of tax exemption under IRC 501(c)(3)
Learn the 5-step roadmap to help determine whether proposing denial is appropriate for an organization requesting recognition of tax exemption under IRC 501(c)(3).
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Reasonable cause
This presentation focuses on reasonable cause for abating first-tier excise taxes imposed on private foundations. Examples are included.
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Self-dealing exemption
This presentation discusses self-dealing under Code Section 4941 and the exception for compensation to disqualified persons. It explains general self-dealing rules (more specifically about the exception) and concludes with the rebuttable presumption of reasonable compensation as provided in the Section 4958, Taxes on Excess Benefit Transactions.
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Disqualified persons
This presentation covers Section 4946, which addresses disqualified persons with respect to a private foundation. Identifying disqualified persons and understanding the special rules related to them are essential for Chapter 42 analysis.
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Disaster relief
This presentation discusses requirements for established disaster-relief organizations, including the characteristics of a charitable class; the elements of a needs test; how an organization can exercise discretion and control; recordkeeping best practices; and aid to businesses as a charitable activity.
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