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Exempt interest and exempt dividends from qualified municipal bonds.
The the one receiving payment is a Government, or qualified tax exempt group, like a Church, or Charity.
In the United States, kingdom halls of Jehovah's Witnesses are typically tax exempt as religious organizations under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. This exempts them from paying federal income tax on their income and donations. Each country may have specific regulations regarding tax exemption for religious organizations.
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No, of course not. Citizens have to pay taxes. Religious preference has nothing to do with it.
No. In most sates in the United State religious organizations are exempt from real and personal property taxes. Each state has their own tax laws that describe which properties are tax exempt. Such laws are uniformly applied, that is all religious organizations that qualify for exemption (not just the Catholic Church in this example) are therefore exempt.
Businesses that are tax exempt include public charities, organizations involved in testing for public safety, religious organizations, children and animal organizations.
Retirement funds are exempt, but if you take them out of a qualified retirement plan and put them into a regular account, they are no longer exempt. Get some good advice from an experienced bankruptcy lawyer before you do anything.
not-for-profit organizations
United StatesIn the United States there is no general statutory code regarding religion. The important factor in founding a recognized religious denomination is acquiring tax exempt status.The IRS will recognize a religious group as tax exempt if it meets two general guidelines:That the particular religious beliefs are sincerely held.That the particular practices and rituals are not illegal or contrary to public policy.
Yes, religious literature such as Bibles are generally considered tax-exempt in Texas as they are often classified as items used for religious or charitable purposes. However, this may vary depending on the specific circumstances and local tax laws, so it's best to consult with a tax professional for accurate advice.
All your assets and all your debts are subject to being reported in BK. All are given classes. Some are classified as exempt from either being discharged (like child support, student loans, etc), or used to pay your debts....like IRA. Qualified retirement accounts are exempt from seizure in BK.