The Pastor's Wallet Complete Guide to the Clergy Housing Allowance

Book Synopsis: A comprehensive guide to the clergy housing allowance covering everything from eligibility and how to claim the allowance to how taking a housing allowance affects the FAFSA or a pastor’s eligibility for premium tax credits. This book is a vital resource for every pastor and financial professional that works with clergy. Chapters include the history of the housing allowance, eligibility, how to claim a housing allowance, taxation and how it affects other government programs, how to claim a housing allowance in retirement, and an overview of recent legal challenges and their results. Acclaim for The Pastor’s Wallet Complete Guide to the Clergy Housing Allowance:

“Not only is Amy an expert when it comes to the minister’s housing allowance, but she is also an expert at communicating complex tax laws in a way that is easy for those with little financial knowledge to understand. As a financial planner, I'll be keeping this book close by at all times so that it can be easily referenced when housing allowance questions arise.” -Ben Wacek, CFP®, CKA®
Founder & Lead Financial Planner, Guide Financial Planning

“Insightful, significant and timely- just a few words which come to mind in pondering this strategic pastoral resource from Amy Artiga. She has fused the perfect blend of wise Biblical principle with the clarity that our complicated, modern-day tax codes need. Any ordained or licensed minister should have this resource in their arsenal- both for practicing the integrity of good stewardship, as well as the peace of mind which comes through knowing you’ve handled your finances correctly. If you’re a member of the clergy, Amy has masterfully laid out a financial roadmap to help guide you on your way.” -Marc Estes Lead Pastor, Mannahouse (formerly City Bible Church)

“As a CPA, I find Amy to be a tremendous resource for pastors. Her knowledge combined with her unique style of writing provides for a clear insight into the world of tax and finance for clergy.” -Wayne Vinson, CPA, PS
Owner, Vin Group

“A constant complaint I hear from graduates of seminary or Bible colleges is that they did not get enough practical or hands-on training specifically in regards to personal finance and administration. This tool is essential in understanding taxation for ministers, and every student at Portland Bible College will walk away with it.” -Carlos Marin, MBA
Vice President of Institutional Advancement, Portland Bible College

“Amy has taken the time to put together valuable research and clarification on an important subject with clergy housing allowance; take advantage of her work.” -Dr. Frank Damazio
Chairman, Ministers Fellowship International