Take advantage of low rates

In recent months the Federal Reserve has been uncommonly explicit regarding their intentions

When to change your auditor

Should you change audit firms? If so, when? Neither not-for-profit nor public companies are required to change firms at set intervals.

It’s no longer your father’s capital campaign

How technology and communications are changing church fundraising.

Know the true meaning of stewardship

As a stewardship pastor I have often been asked why so few churches are investing in a comprehensive stewardship ministry.

How to reduce health care costs with taxes

Frequently ministers complain about rising health insurance costs.

How to use financial controls

Churches often see media coverage as a great way to get the word out about their ministry.

Cash reserves are key to your church’s financial health

Churches these days receive regular reminders of the need to take stock of their financial health.

For the well-positioned church, now is a great time to borrow

The vast majority of banks have emerged from one of the most difficult periods in recent history somewhat battered and bruised, but fundamentally sound.

Get a handle on the new retirement regulations

The Internal Revenue Service issued new rules and regulations affecting all 403(b) retirement plans in 2007. Most elements became effective January 1, 2009, with some delayed until January 1, 2010. You should be aware of three important issues about these new regulations as they relate to your church.

No retirement savings at age 55? Here’s what you can do

If you’re not confident about your financial situation at retirement age, you’re not alone. According to the latest research from the Employee Benefit Research Institute, retirement confidence is at an all-time low. Only 13 percent of workers reported a high confidence about their financial future.

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