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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Update: Federal Law Requires Registration
Jun 05, 2024
This is an update to a post we released earlier this year. In 2021, Congress passed the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). The new law took effect on J...
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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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What Does Partnership Mean?
Jul 17, 2024
As StartCHURCH's Director of Partnership Development, I have had the privilege of closely collaborating with diverse organizations and ministries to b...
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West Virginia Won’t Let Churches Get Incorporated
May 29, 2024
Here is what to do As the leader in establishing a legal foundation for churches, we recognize the unique challenge faced by West Virginia churches d...
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Can A Church Get Sued for Giving Too Much?
May 22, 2024
A man who was dismissed from membership for causing division and strife over love offerings given to guest speakers filed a lawsuit against the church...
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Apr 27, 2024
Several seasons back, I indulged in the television adaptation of "My Cousin Vinny."1 A drama unfolded Within this small-town courtroom that has seen m...
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Your Church Needs Bigger Shoes
Mar 22, 2024
In the most recent meeting, Mateo addressed the Board with pressing concerns: "How do we ensure the protection of the vision imparted to our pastor?" ...
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Tricky Transactions: Constructive Receipt and Pastor’s Taxes
Apr 24, 2024
Let's envision a scenario: the church pastor advises the church's board of directors to temporarily cease his salary payments to help the church weath...
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