Housing Allowance in Retirement

This resource explains how housing allowance works for retired ministers receiving eligible retirement distributions. It can help you understand how to apply the benefit in retirement and what to keep in mind when filing taxes.
ECFA Worksheet

Use this worksheet to estimate your housing expenses and determine an appropriate housing allowance amount for the year. It’s a helpful first step for organizing your numbers before submitting a request for board approval.
Form 1099-MISC & 1099-NEC Information

Read the details about who should be issued a Form 1099 and why.
Minimizing Income Taxes for Church Employees

Practical suggestions for structuring compensation packages, plus a reminder for boards to review salary structures regularly.
Who Is a Minister for Tax Purposes?

A clear explanation of how the IRS determines who qualifies as a minister for tax purposes.
Health Reimbursement Arrangements – The New QSEHRA

A short overview of the benefits of offering a qualified church HRA and the requirements to meet.
Auto and Other Business Expense Reimbursements

Learn the tax rules for handling business expense reimbursements correctly.
Strategies for Structuring Ministerial Compensation

An all-inclusive resource with ideas for structuring ministerial compensation wisely.
The Minister’s Housing Allowance

An informational sheet explaining the tax benefits available when part of your compensation comes as housing allowance.