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October 17, 2024

Donation of public traded securities

To facilitate the donation of publicly traded securities to your church, the process involves several steps to ensure compliance with IRS regulations and maximize the donors' tax benefits. Here’s a guide on how to handle such a donation: Establish a Brokerage Account for the Church Open an Account: The church... Read More

October 16, 2024

Church Meal Expense Reimbursement Guidelines

All meal expenses for church pastors and staff should not automatically be reimbursed. The reimbursement of meal expenses must comply with specific IRS guidelines to ensure they are deductible and not considered taxable income. Here are the key considerations: Business Connection: The meal expenses must have a direct business connection.... Read More

October 16, 2024

Why are clergy subject to Self-employment tax

Clergy are subject to self-employment tax because their earnings from ministerial services are considered self-employment income under the Self-Employment Contributions Act (SECA). This classification is based on several key provisions and interpretations of the Internal Revenue Code and related regulations. Definition of Net Earnings from Self-Employment: According to § 1402(a) of the... Read More

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