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Form 4720

  1. Country USA
  2. Language English
  3. Activity Taxes
  4. Department Internal Revenue Service
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Form 4720

Return of Certain Excise Taxes Under Chapters 41 and 42 of the Internal Revenue Code

Rev. 2023

Form 4720 is an IRS informational return used to report taxes on various types of trusts and organizations, including private foundations, split-interest trusts, and hospital organizations. The instructions provide details on the required information for each schedule, including prohibited benefits distributions, excess executive compensation, community health needs assessments, and net investment income of private colleges and universities.

Instructions

  • Form 4720 Instructions - Instructions for Form 4720, Return of Certain Excise Taxes Under Chapters 41 and 42 of the Internal Revenue Code
FAQ
  • What are donor advised funds for the purpose of Form 4720?

    Donor advised funds are a type of supporting organization where a sponsoring organization accepts contributions from donors and then makes grants or recommendations to other charitable organizations. The initial taxes on excess benefit transactions, investments that jeopardize charitable purpose, political expenditures, and taxable expenditures for these types of organizations must be reported on Form 4720.

  • When to file Form 4720?

    Form 4720 must be filed annually with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) by the due date of the organization's annual information return (Form 990, Form 990-EZ or Form 990-PF), which is typically the 15th day of the 5th month after the end of the organization's fiscal year.

  • Where and how to file Form 4720?

    Form 4720 can be filed electronically through the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS) or by mailing a paper copy to the following address: Internal Revenue Service, P.O. Box 82922, Kansas City, MO 64133-4822.

  • What taxes are reported on Form 4720?

    Form 4720 reports and pays taxes on various transactions including self-dealing, excess benefit transactions, jeopardizing investments, taxable expenditures, lobbying, and prohibited tax shelter transactions.

  • What is a disqualified person in the context of Form 4720?

    A disqualified person is an individual who has certain relationships with an organization that may result in excess benefit transactions. Examples include current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, substantial contributors, and their family members.

  • What is an excess business holding for Form 4720?

    An excess business holding is any interest in a trade or business that exceeds the amount necessary to provide reasonable compensation for services rendered to the organization. If the value of the excess business holding is more than $5,000, it is subject to excise tax under section 4960.

  • What is Form 4720?

    Form 4720, Return of Certain Excise Taxes Under Chapters 41 and 42 of the Internal Revenue Code, is used by tax-exempt organizations to report and pay taxes on certain transactions.

  • Who must file Form 4720?

    Tax-exempt organizations that have incurred excise taxes under Chapters 41 and 42 of the Internal Revenue Code must file Form 4720.

  • What are supporting organizations as per Form 4720?

    Supporting organizations are tax-exempt organizations that support one or more specific charitable organizations with a controlling relationship. They include type II and type III supporting organizations as defined in the Internal Revenue Code.

  • What are the consequences of not filing Form 4720?

    Failure to file Form 4720 may result in penalties, interest, and even criminal prosecution. The IRS can also revoke or deny tax-exempt status for failure to comply with reporting requirements.

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Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Forms

Form 4720 is one of the official tax forms used in the United States to report income, claim deductions and credits, calculate tax liability, and fulfill other tax-related obligations. The IRS is the federal agency responsible for administering and enforcing the internal revenue laws in the United States.

Here are some examples of Internal Revenue Service forms:

Form 1040: This is the primary individual income tax return form used by most taxpayers. It is used to report various types of income, claim deductions and credits, calculate tax liability, and determine whether a taxpayer owes additional tax or is entitled to a refund.

Form 1099: There are different variations of Form 1099, such as 1099-MISC, 1099-INT, 1099-DIV, etc. These forms are used to report income received by individuals or businesses from various sources other than employment, such as self-employment income, interest income, dividend income, and rental income.

Form W-2: This form is used by employers to report wages paid to employees and the taxes withheld from their pay. Employees use the information on Form W-2 to complete their individual tax returns.

Form 941: Employers use this form to report employment taxes, including federal income tax withheld, Social Security tax, and Medicare tax, for their employees.

Form 1065: This form is used by partnerships to report their income, deductions, and tax liability. Partnerships themselves do not pay income tax; instead, the partners report their share of partnership income on their individual tax returns.

Form 1120: This is the corporate income tax return form used by C corporations to report their income, deductions, and tax liability.

Form 990: This form is used by tax-exempt organizations, such as nonprofits and charities, to report their financial information, activities, and compliance with tax laws.

Form 8862: This form is used by taxpayers who previously claimed the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) but had it disallowed, and now want to claim it again.

These are just a few examples of the numerous IRS forms that exist to fulfill various tax-related obligations. The specific forms required for an individual or business depend on their unique circumstances, income sources, and deductions. It's advisable to consult the official website of the Internal Revenue Service (www.irs.gov) or seek professional tax advice to obtain accurate and up-to-date information regarding the specific IRS forms relevant to your tax situation.

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