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How should my church handle a donation of a US Savings Bond? Subscriber access only

Frank Sommerville

Should unanimity be required when a church’s governing board votes on a significant issue? Subscriber access only

Can a pastor set up a housing allowance on two payrolls? Subscriber access only

Can we help fund a food bank before the 501(c)(3) paperwork is finalized? Subscriber access only

Michael E. Batts
Can a church reject the housing allowance amount a minister requests?

Can a church reject the housing allowance amount a minister requests?

Ted Batson
What qualifies as a church business lunch?

What qualifies as a church business lunch? Subscriber access only

Frank Sommerville
Does the tax reform affect reimbursements of entertainment expenses?

Does the tax reform affect reimbursements of entertainment expenses? Subscriber access only

Frank Sommerville

Why should a minister be considered an employee when reporting federal income tax? Subscriber access only

Who is a minister for federal tax reporting purposes? Subscriber access only

How do we pay nonexempt staff for after-hours communications? Subscriber access only

Frank Sommerville
Q&A: What Counts as a Tax-Deductible Donation?

Q&A: What Counts as a Tax-Deductible Donation? Subscriber access only

What is—and isn't—tax-deductible for donors who attend a church fundraising event.
Michael E. Batts

Will a plaque recognizing a donor's contribution prohibit a tax deduction? Subscriber access only

Richard R. Hammar

How should items donated for a silent auction be treated for tax purposes? Subscriber access only

Kaylyn A. Varnum, CPA with Batts Morrison Wales & Lee, P.A.

What are the tax implications of selling a parsonage below market value to a retiring pastor? Subscriber access only

Is this "humanitarian effort" possible—or even legal? Subscriber access only

Frank Sommerville

How should we handle our pastor's club dues? Subscriber access only

Do Donor Envelopes Substantiate Contributions?

Do Donor Envelopes Substantiate Contributions? Subscriber access only

Richard R. Hammar

Do 1099 forms need to be issued to people receiving charitable funds? Subscriber access only

What Should We Do with Old, Uncleared Checks? Subscriber access only

Frank Sommerville
When is an employee's resignation effective?

When is an employee's resignation effective? Subscriber access only

Richard R. Hammar
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