Whether you are a church business administrator, treasurer, or pastor, you’re sure to have questions about what the housing allowance entails, how to apply it, and the various nuances that always arise. Thankfully, this topic is addressed frequently on Church Law & Tax. Here’s eight articles plus two excellent resources to help you grow in your understanding and application of this valuable benefit.

Q&A: Adjusting Housing Allowance

Designating a Housing Allowance for 2023

Housing Allowances

Sample Housing Allowance for Pastors

Q&A: Amending a Housing Allowance

Q&A: What if Our Minister Requests a Housing Allowance that Exceeds His Total Salary?

Q&A: Are We Legally Required to Verify a Housing Allowance is Fair?

Q&A: Can a Church Reject the Housing Allowance Amount a Minister Requests?

Q&A: Too Late to Designate?

Q&A: Is My Housing Allowance Considered “Earned” Income?
Also see:
Church & Clergy Tax Guide (chapter 6)
Church Compensation: From Strategic Plan to Compliance (chapter 11)