OVERVIEW The benefit of being recognized by the government as tax-exempt comes with a price. Churches can lose their tax-exempt status by participating in certain activities or failing to meet the requirements. Moreover, churches cannot assume that all of their income is exempt from taxes. Restrictions and guidelines apply. Carefully, read through this download so that you might fully understand the requirements of your tax-exempt status. CONTENTS Overview Understanding Your Tax-Exempt Status Restrictions may apply to your ministry by Richard R. Hammar Assesment Cost of Losing Your Tax-Exemption Do you know the consequences? by Richard R. Hammar How To Obtaining Tax-Exempt Status What you need to know about how the government recognizes your tax status. by Richard R. Hammar How To Maintaining Your Tax-Exempt Status Understanding these three guidelines will go a long way toward protecting your church. by Richard R. Hammar How To Politically Involved and Tax Exempt The two are not mutually exclusive, provided you understand the limitations. by Richard R. Hammar How To When Ministry Becomes Business How to know when a new bookstore or childcare center will attract IRS attention. by John R. Throop Leader's Guide Resource Center Quick tips and recommended resources. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Type: Download Pages: 16 RELATED PRODUCTS Does Unrelated Business Income Tax Affect Your Church? Avoiding Costly Tax-filing Mistakes |
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