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Ministers Credentials and the IRS

The church has every theological right to ordain whom they will, and has historically done so.  But will the IRS allow him all the tax privileges?  Ministry living and functioning in the US are subject to US tax laws

Taking Steps To Care For Our Family

Church leaders and pastors don't do enough thinking and planning in regards to estate planning and retirement.  Key Man Ins.policies; Retirement ; Health and Dental Ins. plans, are a must for the pastor

Setting Pastor's Compensation

Properly Credentialed Ministry are privileged to receive a large portion of their compensation as 'Housing Allowance,' free of state and federal tax, IF - and that is what is discussed in this article.

Self Employed or Minister Employee?

Formerly, all pastors and ministers were considered "Self-Employed." In the mid 1980's, the IRS redefined their position, asserting that all ministers and pastors are 'employees' of the church.