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Accounting for Sales of Pastor's Preaching Resources
Q | What is the proper way to allocate income of sales?Read our expert's answer >
Achieving Accountability
Q | Can a pastor also serve as church treasurer?Read our expert's answer >
Adjusting Housing Allowance
Q | Do we need to adjust our pastor's housing allowance designation if his housing expenses are less than the amount our board approved?Read our expert's answer >
Changing Designated Funds
Q | Can we redefine the use of funds that have been specifically designated to an individual for a set purpose? If so, to what extent does our congregation need to be notified of such a change?Read our expert's answer >
Charging Money for Special Events
Q | Can we set a ticket price for a church concert?Read our expert's answer >
Church Treasurer Slow to Issue Forms
Q | Can I file taxes without a W-2?Read our expert's answer >
Churches and Form 990
Q | How do you know if your tax exemption status is still valid with the IRS?Read our expert's answer >
Compensating Musicians Legally
Q | Can we create a designated account to supplement an employee's pay?Read our expert's answer >
Conscientious Objection to Social Security
Q | When can a minister file form 4361?Read our expert's answer >
Disciplining Employees
Q | Can we suspend an employee’s pay for disciplinary action?Read our expert's answer >
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