Two large ministries in California recently found themselves facing fines in the tens of thousands of dollars after being audited by the Employment Development Department (EDD). Their mistake? Misclassifying employees as 1099 contractors. It’s a mistake that’s all too common and can have devastating financial consequences for churches and ministries. If your church isn’t clear …
Senate Bill 553, signed into California law on September 30, 2023, mandates a comprehensive approach to workplace violence prevention for nearly all employers within the state. The bill requires the development and implementation of detailed Workplace Violence Prevention Plans (WVPPs) tailored to the specific hazards of each work area and operation. Employers are required to …
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Here are five essential aspects of clergy taxation that every minister should keep in mind when filing taxes.
