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Tax, Payroll, Bookkeeping & HR Designed Exclusively for Churches and Clergy

Clergy Tax Preparation Even if you have a simple return, the rules are constantly changing from year to year, so you don’t want to overlook any deductions. We have the expertise that is needed to help you file your returns while also helping you to minimize your tax liability with careful planning. Learn More

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Finally, A Payroll Company Designed for Churches

Selecting a payroll company may seem easy at first. The greatest challenge for the church in selecting a payroll company is finding someone who is truly qualified in clergy tax law and church payroll. Knowledge and experience are critical and ministry leaders must understand these challenges and recognize the need for industry specialists. Clergy Financial Resources has unparalleled expertise on complex issues associated with church payroll, clergy tax law, and clergy compensation.

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September 30, 2022

The three best ways to contribute to charity

The three best ways to contribute to charity Cash Donations Outright gifts of cash (which include donations made via check, credit card, and payroll deduction) are the easiest. The key is to substantiate them. To be deductible, cash donations must be: Supported by a canceled check, credit card receipt, or... Read More

September 29, 2022

Tax status of your retirement savings

Tax status of your retirement savings The first step in this process is to analyze the type and tax status of your retirement savings. For this purpose, divide your accounts into three categories: Taxed Later: Traditional IRAs, 403(b), and 401(k)s are types of savings accounts that give you a tax deduction... Read More

September 13, 2022

What is the Tax Treatment of Forgiven Student Loans?

What is the tax treatment of forgiven student loans? Now that President Biden has announced student loan relief, the state tax treatment of forgiven loans is of interest to many ministers. Ministers who have student loans forgiven are spared a federal tax bill, but not all states treat forgiven loans the same.... Read More

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Tax Support (5 hours block)

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Bookkeeping Support (5 hours block)

A block-time agreement is where Clergy Financial Resources bills you upfront for blocks of contracted time and then decreases that block of time ev...

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Church Support (5 hours block)

Church Support is used by churches wanting additional guidance in compensation structure, and payroll compliance. With Church Support, you al...

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12 Law & Tax Guidelines for New Ministers

You've completed your theological training. You're eager to serve God and His church with your gifts and talents. So why is someone asking if you want...

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2009 Clergy Tax Organizer (PDF Download)

Each year Clergy Financial Resources publishes a tax organizer for clergy, which is designed to be used as a learning tool and reference guid...

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