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Recent Developments In The Taxation Of Computer Software, Robert W. Mcgee Sep 2010

Recent Developments In The Taxation Of Computer Software, Robert W. Mcgee

Golden Gate University Law Review

Computer software has tax consequences both at the state and federal levels. At the state level, software might be subject to sales, use or property taxation if it is considered to be tangible personal property. On the federal level, software may qualify for the investment tax credit or research credit, also depending on tangibility. In the last few years, both state and federal courts and legislatures have rendered decisions and passed laws that have altered the taxability of computer software. This article summarizes those changes and attempts to spot a trend.


Preserving Tax Exempt Status For Your Nonprofit Client, Timothy R. Tarvin Dec 2009

Preserving Tax Exempt Status For Your Nonprofit Client, Timothy R. Tarvin

Timothy R Tarvin

In order to preserve a nonprofit’s tax-exempt status, counsel for the organization should stay current on how to appropriately file the IRS Form 990. Many American nonprofit organizations are at risk of losing their tax-exempt status due to changes in the tax code and filing deadlines. The Internal Revenue Service released a new version of the Form 990 in August of 2008, which became effective on December 31 the same year. This article tracks the changes on the form, as well as offers advice on who should file, when, and how. New tax law requires filing the Form 990 every …