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Begin by entering the fiscal year for which you are filing the exemption claim. Ensure accuracy as this is crucial for processing.
Correct any printed name and mailing address details in the designated fields to ensure proper communication with the Assessor.
Indicate whether you are both the owner and operator of the property by checking the appropriate boxes under 'Owner and operator'.
Answer questions regarding the use of buildings, land, and parking facilities. Be honest in your responses, as these determine eligibility for exemption.
If applicable, provide details about any leased property or other organizations using the property. This information is vital for compliance.
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Is Mississippi tax exempt?

Mississippi charges a 7% sales tax. Two cities, Jackson and Tupelo, impose a local sales tax of 1% and 0.25%, respectively. The sales tax on food products eligible for purchase with food stamps is 5%. Remote vendors must collect and remit sales tax if their annual sales to Mississippi customers exceed $250,000.

Are churches tax-exempt in Mississippi?

There is no overall exemption from use tax in Mississippi that applies to churches; however, there is a use tax exemption for churches purchasing religious literature, video materials, audio materials or photographs for the propagation of the churchs creed.

What makes a church tax exempt?

The Church Exemption is the most restrictive of the three exemptions available to a church since the organizations property must be used solely for religious worship and other activities reasonably necessary for the accomplishment of the churchs religious purposes.

What are the disadvantages of church tax exemption?

Con 2: Exempting churches from taxation forces taxpayers to subsidize religion, while costing the government billions in tax revenue. Read More. Pro 3: Most churches follow the rules and would struggle to exist without the tax exemption.

When did churches become exempt from taxes?

Since our countrys founding, churches have been tax-exempt from federal taxes, but it wasnt until 1894 (Tariff Act) that it became official. Although the Tariff Act was later declared unconstitutional, the church tax exemption was reinstated by the Revenue Act of 1913.