Clergy are subject to self-employment tax because their earnings from ministerial services are considered self-employment income under the Self-Employment Contributions Act (SECA). This classification is based on several key provisions and interpretations of the...
Self Employment Tax
Do I Have To Pay Self-Employment Taxes?
If I am a minister/clergy, do I have to pay self-employment taxes? This is a very important question, and perhaps a question you have asked yourself. Whether you are a seasoned minister, or just beginning, understanding self-employment taxes is vital to your tax...