Itemize or Take the Standard Deduction? A 2026 Guide for Ministers Who Own Their Homes
November 2, 2026
New rules for 2026, including a higher state and local tax cap and changes to charitable deductions, make this a good year for homeowner ministers to compare itemizing with the standard deduction before December 31.
Year-End Giving Statements: What Churches Must Include for 2026
November 2, 2026
Starting in 2026, many church members who don’t itemize can deduct their cash gifts. Here’s what treasurers need to include in year-end giving statements, and when they must go out.
Helping Your Pastor With Health Insurance: The Right Way to Reimburse Premiums
November 2, 2026
Reimbursing a pastor’s individual health insurance premiums informally can trigger steep IRS penalties. A QSEHRA offers small churches a tax-free, compliant alternative.