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In one high-profile case, a couple's substantial contributions to a church were denied tax deductibility by the Internal Revenue Service. The couple appealed the IRS decision. The Court upheld the IRS's denial of significant charitable contribution deductions. There was no disputing that the couple made the contributions, or that the contributions were made to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations, or even that the value of the contributions was at least as much as the couple had reported. However, the couple failed to comply in some way with substantiation requirements of the Tax Code and Regulations, so their contribution deductions were denied. Durden v. Commissioner, T.C. Memo. 2012-140 (May 17, 2012), involved a Texas couple who claimed a deduction of $25,171 for cash contributions to their church in 2007. The church sent a letter of acknowledgement in January of 2008, but that receipt lacked a statement of whether any goods or services were provided to the Durdens in exchange for their contributions. In 2009, the IRS sent a notice to the couple disallowing their charitable contribution deduction for 2007. The couple obtained a second letter from the church which did include the proper statements. Nevertheless, the IRS denied the deduction because the Durdens failed to get a proper receipt from their church. In the IRS's view, the first acknowledgement was lacking a statement of whether goods or services were provided by the church, and the second acknowledgement was not a "contemporaneous" receipt, because it was not received by the Durdens by the due date for filing their original return for the year. Because the Durdens did not have proper receipts, the judge agreed with the IRS that the Durdens failed to comply with the substantiation requirements of IRC 170(f)(8). This case should represent a reminder that churches and charities need to supply donors with proper receipts. This case makes it clear that, ultimately, it is the taxpayer's responsibility to comply with the requirements for disclosure and substantiation in order to take charitable contribution deductions for gifts they have made. However, churches and charitable organizations should be familiar with the reporting and substantiation requirements so that they can help their donors comply. Our goal is to empower the clergy with the awareness and strategies they need to avoid tax pitfalls, so they are able to remain focused on fulfilling the Great Commission. keywords: Comprehensive, IRS, Tax Return, Financial, Tax, Guide, Clergy, Ministers, Preparation, Strategies, Returns, Maximize
Thousands of pastors, church board members, and tax preparers depend on this book to chart their way through the special rules that apply to ministers' tax returns. Worth's step-by-step explanation focuses on tax issues that pertain to ministers instead of general tax matters. Recent court rulings and tax cases are cited, highlighting how the rules have changed since last year. Learn how to establish the most economical salary package for the minister. Discover what sources of income are taxable and what sources are non-taxable. Make the most of tax deductions for parsonage allowance, travel, meals, and other professional expenses. Worth's Income Tax Guide for Ministers puts the essential information at your fingertips.
This edition of Clergy Tax is easier to use than ever. Inside you'll find simplified guidelines for preparing your tax returns and a new special section that puts state-filing requirements at your fingertips. The Best Tax Break in America. Clergy Tax is a fast and simple way to take advantage of all the provisions that the American government allows you. Just answer 12 straightforward questions-and you're on your way to a flawless tax return. Step-by-Step Instructions Through Your Entire Tax Return, State-Filing Requirements Now Included, Guidelines for Unique Situations, Such as Pension Benefits, Royalties and Stock Market Investments, Written in Cooperation with the IRS. You Can Benefit from Clergy Tax If: #1 You have been ordained, licensed or commissioned, And, #2 You fit two or more of the following categories: Lead religious worship, Administer the sacraments, Have administrative or management duties at a church or denomination, Are considered to be a spiritual leader within your church, Or, #3 You are a qualified tax preparer. Book jacket.
- Step-by-step instructions through the entire tax return - State filing requirements - Recent changes to the Tax Code that affect ministers - User-friendly, easy-to-use, step-by-step instructions offer valuable tips for lowering taxes - Helps pastors and clergy avoid an audit - Author is a tax attorney specializing in clergy tax laws - Written in cooperation with the IRS, this guide is an essential tool for clergy and others who need to know updated tax laws, including tax preparers dealing with the specialized nature of a pastor's tax return
Ministers and other church employees are subject to special U.S. tax regulations. Virtually every year, new tax rulings affect the way that they should file their taxes. A working knowledge of these rules can help the minister save money--and that helps the church save money. Worth's Income Tax Guide for Ministers helps church workers comply with the latest tax laws. Includes step-by-step instructions for setting up the minister's compensation package to save tax dollars. Includes samples of completed payroll reports, W-2s, and tax returns, showing the church treasurer and minister what documents to file, how to file and when to file them.
B.J. Worth's Income Tax Guide shows church officials step-by-step how to set up the minister's salary package to reduce tax liability. This book contains sample payroll forms and completed tax returns, demonstrating how the church treasurer should prepare records that conform to current regulations. Revised and updated each year since 1973, the Income Tax Guide is an annual favorite of ministers across the nation.