IRAs Off Limits to Bankruptcy Creditors
Court rules IRAs fall under same protection as pension plans.
Debt
The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005
What church treasurers need to know.
Bankruptcy – Part 2
A bankruptcy court in Florida ruled that a couple was applying all of their disposable income to their creditors and therefore their proposed plan for relief under Chapter 13 would be approved.
Bankruptcy – Part 1
A bankruptcy court in Montana ruled that a bankruptcy trustee could not object to a couple's bankruptcy plan.
Bankruptcy
A federal court in New Jersey ordered a church to return a $20,000 contribution to a bankruptcy court that had been made by a church member within a year before he filed for bankruptcy.
The Tax Consequences of Debt Forgiveness
The IRS issues an important clarification.
Changes in “Offer in Compromise” Program Will Benefit Taxpayers
IRS says it will accept more compromises in settling outstanding tax liabilities.
Good Intentions No Defense to Embezzlement
So says the Tax Court.
Withholding Wages to Pay Employee Debts
A court rules that other methods should be used.
Helping a Church Member Pay Back Embezzled Funds
Lending a hand can lead to significant tax issues.
The Pitfalls of Borrowing Funds from Church Members
A Tennessee court issues a helpful ruling.
Can Bankruptcy Trustees Recover Charitable Contributions?
A federal appeals court issues an important ruling.
Returning Donations to Bankruptcy Trustees
Federal court rules in favor of church in bankruptcy dispute.
Forgiving Our Debtors May Jeopardize Tax-Exempt Status
What a church should know before forgiving its debtors.
Invasion of Privacy
Can a church be sued for releasing information regarding the debts of a previous minister?
Bankruptcy
Church Law and Tax 1990-05-01 Recent Developments Bankruptcy Richard R. Hammar, J.D., LL.M., CPA •
Financial Regulation – Part 1
Church Law and Tax 1988-09-01 Recent Developments Financial Regulation Richard R. Hammar, J.D., LL.M., CPA