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Minister’s Tax Filings to Stay IRS Audit-Free 1 Credit

Jan 03, 2025, 10:00 AM ET

Minister’s Tax Filings to Stay IRS Audit-Free 1 Credit

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Jan 03, 2025, 10:00 AM ET

Learning Objective

  • Review the Minister's Audit Technique Guide.
  • Explain key concepts related to the special tax treatment of ministers.
  • Identify key income and expense issues that are potential audit “triggers.”
  • Provide specific examples of accurate documentation and reporting of income and expenses in a minister’s tax return.

Course Overview

Ministers face unique challenges when preparing their tax returns, often due to the special tax treatment afforded to clergy. The IRS Ministers Audit Technique Guide highlights common audit triggers, including income, expenses, and other areas of concern specific to ministers. Understanding these potential issues is critical for ensuring compliance and avoiding costly mistakes during an audit.

This CE course offers a detailed review of the IRS Ministers Audit Technique Guide and provides clear, practical strategies for accurately preparing ministerial tax returns. You will gain insights into identifying key audit triggers, handling income and expense reporting, and maintaining proper documentation to avoid red flags. Real-world examples will be used to highlight best practices and common pitfalls in ministerial tax preparation.

Major Topics Covered: 

  • IRS Ministers Audit Guide
  • Key Ministerial Tax Concepts
  • Audit Triggers and Red Flags
  • Accurate Income Documentation
  • Expense Reporting Best Practices

Whether you are a tax professional assisting clergy or a minister looking to understand your tax obligations better, this CE course equips you with the knowledge necessary to navigate these specialized tax issues effectively.

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Taxes for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1 CPE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) (Approval No. 6273-CE-1808) 1 CE Approved
Taxes for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1 CPE Eligible
Federal tax-related matters for Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for LTC (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Eligible
Taxes for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1 CPE Eligible
Taxes for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1 CPE Eligible
Federal tax-related matters for Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Approved
License details Credits Status
Taxes for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1 CPE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) (Approval No. 6273-CE-1808) 1 CE Approved
Taxes for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1 CPE Eligible
Federal tax-related matters for Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for LTC (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Eligible
Taxes for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1 CPE Eligible
Taxes for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1 CPE Eligible
Federal tax-related matters for Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Approved
License details Credits Status
Taxes for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1 CPE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) (Approval No. 6273-CE-1808) 1 CE Approved
Taxes for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1 CPE Eligible
Federal tax-related matters for Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for LTC (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Eligible
Taxes for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1 CPE Eligible
Taxes for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1 CPE Eligible
Federal tax-related matters for Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Approved
License details Credits Status
Taxes for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1 CPE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) (Approval No. 6273-CE-1808) 1 CE Approved
Taxes for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1 CPE Eligible
Federal tax-related matters for Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for LTC (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Eligible
Taxes for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1 CPE Eligible
Taxes for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1 CPE Eligible
Federal tax-related matters for Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02238-24-O) 1 CE Approved

Additional Information

Credit

1

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study
Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

William Davidson
William Davidson

, William Davidson

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Bill Davidson (EA, MDiv, ThM) has worked with ministers’ tax returns and planning for over 35 years.  He is keenly aware how the unique (and contradictory) regulations regarding the taxation of clergy compensation has frequently led to misinformation and inaccuracy.  As Manager with a prominent tax firm he was the “go to” authority for tax professionals who had questions about clergy tax matters.  As an ordained minister himself, he has keen insight into the needs of clergy clients.  

His career as Senior Pastor of churches and Tax Manager specializing in tax preparation and planning for ministers has uniquely prepared him to assist tax professionals in serving their clergy clients.  He also volunteers with the local IRS VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program for the underserved sponsored through the United Way.

His courses are more than a “talking head,” charts, and words on a screen.  He brings a creative and refreshing approach to this distinctive area of tax knowledge that provides ample practical examples applying the material presented.

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