The housing allowance is one of the most important tax advantages available to ministers. Therefore, it’s key for church leaders to understand how it works, how to apply it and the many nuances that come with it.
The good news is Church Law & Tax offers a host of articles, Q&A’s, and some excellent resources to help you grow in your understand of housing allowance basics, beginning with this recommended reading list.
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Designating a Housing Allowance for 2024
Housing Allowance Resolution for Pastors
Q&A: Tackling Big-Ticket Repairs on a Housing Allowance
Adjusting a Pastor’s Housing Allowance
Housing Allowances
Q&A: Amending a Minister’s Housing Allowance
What if Our Minister Requests a Housing Allowance that Exceeds His Total Salary?
Are We Legally Required to Verify a Housing Allowance is Fair?
Can a Church Reject a Minister’s Housing Allowance Request?
When to Designate a Pastor’s Housing Allowance: Key Guidelines
Is My Housing Allowance Considered “Earned” Income?
Also see:
Church & Clergy Tax Guide (chapter 6)
Church Compensation: From Strategic Plan to Compliance (chapter 11)