How to Prepare W-2s for Church Employees, Including Ministers
How a church reports taxable income and withheld income taxes for employees and ministers on the Form W-2.
W-2
New Extension Requirements for Form W-2
Starting in 2019, employers wanting an extension to file W-2s past the January 31 deadline
IRS Wins Ruling Against Church for Misclassifying Employees
Tax Court says the tax-collection agency acted properly in assessing penalties against a church.
IRS Renews Alert About W-2 Scam
The Internal Revenue Service, state tax agencies, and the tax industry have renewed their warning
Q&A: Reporting Gifts on W-2s
Are gift certificates to church staff taxable?
IRS Offers Help for Completing Forms
Hotline provides assistance with W-2, 1099s, and other documents.
Should the Pianist be on the Payroll?
How churches should treat these types of roles.
Q&A: Issuing W-2s for Wages of $100 or Less
How do we handle FICA and Medicare wages that have been withheld?
10 Common Payroll Tax Errors
Richard Hammar walks church leaders through 10 common payroll tax errors churches make, and how to avoid them.
Q&A: When Are Fringe Benefits Taxable?
Is personal use of church equipment considered taxable income?
Q&A: Church Treasurer Slow to Issue Forms
Can I file taxes without a W-2?
Q&A: A Part-time Pastor Wants His Entire Salary Designated as a Housing Allowance
Will he need to be issued a W-2?
Church Records
A New York state court ruled that the constitutional guaranty of religious freedom did not
Personal Injuries – Part 4
On Church Property or During Church Activities
Clergy
Taxes