Maaser kesafim: a practical guide
Maaser kesafim is the practice of giving a portion of your income — most commonly one-tenth (10%) — to tzedakah. It is a mitzvah many are careful with, and keeping an honest cheshbon is part of doing it well. These short guides answer the questions people ask most about how maaser works in practice.
What counts as income for maaser kesafim?
A plain-language guide to what income you give maaser on — salary, profit, gifts, interest, and rent — and what usually does not count, like reimbursements, loans, and transfers.
Is maaser kesafim 10% or 20%?
Maaser kesafim is a tenth (10%) of income; chomesh is the higher fifth (20%) praised for those who can afford it. Here is the difference and how to set your own rate.
How do you track maaser kesafim?
How to keep an accurate maaser ledger: record income, apply your rate, log donations, and always know your balance — plus why a cheshbon matters and how to start today.
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Start tracking freeThese guides are general information, not halachic rulings. For your own situation, ask your rav.