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Forms 990/990EZ, 990-PF & 1120POL

The following companies have passed the IRS Assurance Testing System (ATS) and/or Business Acceptance Testing (BATS)  requirements for Software Developers, Reporting Agents, and Transmitters of electronic business returns to the IRS.  Meeting these requirements means that the software can provide correct data in the proper format for processing by IRS systems. It does not mean that a software package includes every possible schedule or attachment, or that it will meet the needs of all filers
 
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These providers are listed in no particular order.
Company Comments
990/990EZ, 990-PF & 1120POL
Drake Software
235 East Palmer Street
Franklin, NC 28734
(800) 890-9500

Drake Software provides all-inclusive tax preparation software to over 20,000 tax professionals. With nearly 30 years of experience, the best technical support in the industry and all the tools you need for a successful practice, Drake Software is the natural choice for tax professionals like you. We include a conversion program for almost every major software package. You receive access to over 6,000 forms and schedules, all state software packages, free and unlimited e-filing, and bank product software backed by four different bank partners. You can also count on our tax planner, paperless office capabilities (Document Manager), appointment scheduler, and multiple training tools ranging from fall update schools and our new Electronic Training Center to computer-based training, practice returns, and a comprehensive software manual. Drake also includes an accounting program (Client Write-Up), multiple reporting options, and support via phone, email, and online. Plus, we provide each Drake customer with their own website, complete with online filing capabilities.

Best of all, you can count on a fair renewal price each year. Many Drake customers take advantage of our early season and multi-site discounts. You receive everything for one price (no hidden costs or fees). For a free demo, or for additional information, call 800.890.9500, or visit us online at drakesoftware.com.

TaxWorks, LLC
350 N. 400 W
Kaysville, UT 84037
(800) 230-2322
TaxWorks offers the most powerful tax preparation software available to meet your 990 e-file needs. We currently offer Systems 990 and 990-EZ, and will soon release the 990-PF, Ext. Form 8868, Form 8453EO, and Form 2220, along with the ability to create other PDF attachments. We do not supports e-file for amended returns. TaxWorks offers federal e-filing for 1040, 1065, 1120 and 1120S states. TaxWorks performs up-front checks to ensure returns meet IRS and state e-file standards. Bank service options are available for 1040 products. Professionals have used TaxWorks for over 33 years. We have 17 years of e-filing expertise, and pride ourselves with a professional product that is easy to use. TaxWorks also supports the 1041, 706, and 5500 systems. Enjoy toll-free support from our trained staff. Visit us at TaxWorks.com.

CCH, Incorporated
9111 E. Douglas, Suite 200
Wichita, KS 67207
(800) 739-9998

As your strategic partner in business, CCH is ready to help you meet all federal and state mandates for electronic filing. ProSystem fx Tax brings you expertise as an IRS-authorized e-file provider, successfully filing millions of returns annually with industry-leading accuracy. Our comprehensive 990 e-file module offers 990, 990-EZ, and 990-PF, plus forms 8868, 2220 (990-PF), 4562, 8886, 5471, 8879-EO and 8453-EO. In addition, CCH's Electronic Filing Module in ProSystem fx Tax includes all federal and applicable state 1040, 1041, 1065, 1120, 1120S and 5500 programs, and the .NET-based Electronic Filing Status System addresses the workflow issues necessitated by e-filing returns. ProSystem fx Tax is a part of the CCH suite of solutions combining industry expertise and leading technology to improve client productivity, efficiency and the bottom-line – helping clients achieve an advantage in the marketplace.

Taxsoftware.com
P.O. Box 347
Glen Echo, MD 20812
Taxsoftware.com offers the first web based online professional 1120-POL, 990, 1040, 1041, 1065, 1120 and 1120S Java Business Tax Preparation Software forms and e-file entirely online, with no software required. No downloads necessary. You can print your return as many times as you want even after you e-file. We support Amended and Consolidated tax returns - software is available for e-filing online.

Prices range from $1 to $75 per return, including up to 25 K-1's (prices vary according to type of form and date purchased). There is an additional charge for late filers and companies with over 25 K-1's.

As a special feature, we offer e-services for professionals, with quantity discount prices and paperless e-filing. Business returns packages offer discounted prices for tax preparers. For more information, visit www.taxsoftware.com.

Creative Solutions
7322 Newman Boulevard
Dexter, MI 48130
(800) 968-8900
The powerful Electronic Filing Module in UltraTax CS, from Creative Solutions, enables you to quickly file your 990, 990-EZ and 990-PF returns in just a few simple steps, and UltraTax CS performs all error-checking to ensure your returns meet IRS electronic filing standards. UltraTax CS is part of the integrated CS Professional Suite from Creative Solutions, which has focused exclusively on developing software and services for the tax and accounting profession for more than two decades. A division of Thomson Tax and Accounting-Creative Solutions currently serves more than 50,000 firms and offers the industry's emerging leader in tax preparation software. Available via CD or in ASP format, UltraTax CS includes all federal programs and all 1040, 1041, 1065, 1120, and 1120S state programs.
Fast-Tax
2395 Midway Road
Bldg. 1
Carrollton, TX 75006-2575
1-888-706-1041, ext. 18778
To take advantage of the 990, 990-PF and 990 EZ e-filing capabilities of Fast-Tax, you must be a TrustEase(r) user. TrustEase users can quickly file 990 returns in just a few simple steps. We check for all rejection conditions to ensure your returns meet IRS electronic filing standards. Fast-Tax is a division of Thomson Tax and Accounting-the foremost provider of technology and information to the accounting profession. For more information on the TrustEase system, visit our website at fasttax.thomson.com or call 1-888-706-1041.

TrustEase does not support Form 8453-EO for large filers.

The Urban Institute
2100 M Street NW
Washington, DC 20037
(866) 518-3874

NCCS 990 Online is a Web application available to nonprofit organizations for the preparation of Forms 990, 990-EZ and 8868 (extension request), and state registration forms for PA, MI, MS, CO and NY. The application provides user-friendly screens with comprehensive error-checking, and easy creation of schedules and attachments. Users can create Adobe Acrobat© PDF copies of their forms and attachments for printing, posting on the Web, or emailing. The application supports current versions of Internet Explorer (Ver. 6 or higher), Netscape Navigator, Mozilla & Firefox (Windows, MacIntosh, or Linux). Electronic receipts and acknowledgements are provided. The service is FREE for organizations with less than $100,000 in gross receipts!

These products have been developed by the nonprofit National Center for Charitable Statistics at the Urban Institute to help nonprofit organizations complete accurate and timely tax filings and to strengthen the information resources available on the nonprofit sector. For more information or to get started on your organization's 990 or state return or extension request, please visit us on the Web at http://efile.form990.org.

We support more than 100 of the unnumbered statements on the forms, plus Schedules A and B. We do NOT support the numbered (and seldom used) forms that may be included with Form 990s and five of the unnumbered statements. Click here for a list of forms and statements that we currently do not support.

RIA GoSystem
2395 Midway Road
Carrollton, TX 75006
1-800-865-5257

GoSystem is a powerful web and CD-based system that allows the necessary flexibility and performance to meet your compliance challenges. GoSystem captures the advantages and benefits of remote server computing, data management, storage, access, collaboration and electronic filing. GoSystem fully supports electronic filing of exempt organization returns, and is an IRS certified electronic filing transmitter. For more information on the GoSystem, visit our website at http://gosystem.thomson.com or call 1-800-865-5257.

Lacerte Software Corporation
5601 Headquarters Drive
Plano, TX 75024

For over 20 years tax professionals have partnered with Lacerte to provide innovative solutions to produce accurate, cost efficient services to taxpayers. Lacerte makes electronic filing easier, more efficient and more affordable than ever. Lacerte offers electronic filing for 1040 Individual tax returns, including all participating states. The suite of electronic filing offerings in Lacerte also includes Federal 1065, 1120/1120S, 990/990EZ/990PF and 5500 returns. Lacerte supports electronic filing for all state mandates for all types of tax returns, including all business entity returns. For more information, please visit http://www.lacertesoftware.com/products/tax/eFile/index.aspx.



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