Book excerpt: An essential, timesaving guide for accountants, lawyers, nonprofit executives and directors, consultants, and volunteers, the Tax Planning and Compliance for Tax-Exempt Organizations: Rules, Checklists, and Procedures, Fifth Edition is an indispensable guide to navigating the complex maze of nonprofit tax rules and regulations. Along with clear, concise instructions for filing Forms 990 and other important IRS forms and documents, this practical guide covers the significant issues facing nonprofit organizations, including unrelated business income, private inurement, affiliations, and employment taxes. It also provides practical guidance on obtaining the tax exemption; reporting to boards, auditors, and the IRS; testing ongoing tax compliance; and managing lobbying expenditure.