5 Powerful Reasons Your Church Needs 501(c)(3) Status
May 07, 2025
As church leaders, it's not uncommon to grapple with the decision of whether applying for 501(c)(3) status is truly necessary. The conversation surrou...
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We Are a Church, But IRS Says We Are a Ministry
Jul 10, 2024
Pastor John established Lakeside Church1 in his home. In three months, the church became a sanctuary for 18 regular attendees who gathered every Sunda...
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IRS Finds Loophole to Get Church Records
Jul 03, 2024
The IRS has found a way of getting church records without having to comply with Section 7611. In Topeka, Kansas, a case brought to light significant c...
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Tricky Transactions: Recording Donated Stock to a Church
Mar 20, 2024
At the end of this blog, I will show you how donor X was able to make a $30,000 stock donation to his church, and it effectively cost him nothing. Ess...
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5 Ways to Protect Your Church from an IRS Audit
Nov 29, 2023
When it comes to managing a church, financial integrity is paramount. Ensuring your church’s compliance with tax regulations demonstrates good s...
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Tax-Free Gifts for Pastors: 3 Ideas to Show Appreciation
Oct 01, 2023
In the journey of church planters, milestones like incorporation, having the launch service, and member goals are significant. Paying the pastor a sal...
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FAQs on the SMLLC - Part 2
Sep 29, 2023
As more and more Pastors and Ministry Leaders engage in the benefits of starting a Single Member Limited Liability Company (SMLLC) for their church or...
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FAQs on the SMLLC - Part 1
Sep 29, 2023
As more and more Pastors and Ministry Leaders engage in the benefits of starting a Single Member Limited Liability Company (SMLLC) for their church or...
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Churches, Ministries and the SMLLC
Sep 28, 2023
Pastor Jenkins always loved having a soup kitchen. From the outset of starting his church, he ensured they were feeding the community. It was core to ...
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