To approve a loan, the bank wants to know the project’s cost. But, to get the cost from a builder, you need a design. And to get a design, you need an architect. And to pay an architect, you need money from the bank!
So, who do you call first? And does it matter which builder, architect or bank you call?
The most important factors to keep in mind — and questions to ask yourself — when looking for transportation for your congregation
Read More >What does true preparation look like leading up to the public-facing phase of a capital campaign? What does a financial roadmap look like? What’s something even churches who’ve done capital campaigns before DON’T know about preparation? How does church size affect the process? Capital campaign expert Paul Gage answers some key questions.
Read More >A “New York Times” front page story shared that IRS rules allow that “an undercover employee or cooperating private individual may pose as an attorney, physician, clergyman or member of the news media.”
Read More >Staff reviews are thought by some to be intrinsically miserable and somewhat useless. They really don’t have to be. They can actually be a time staff looks forward to.
Read More >(RNS) A federal court of appeals rejected a case brought by an atheist organization that would have declared tax-exempt clergy housing allowances — often a large chunk of a pastor’s compensation — unconstitutional.
Read More >Volunteers will work through 24-hour shifts November 14-15 so families in need can be served by social service agencies Thanksgiving week
Read More >What you need to know about accepting gifts of tangible personal property and life insurance
Read More >Join MMBB Financial Services for our ongoing series of free webinars on financial planning topics for clergy and church employers. Upcoming sessions will give administrators and staff the knowledge they need now and in the future. Register now for: “INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL SECURITY” As you approach retirement, when to claim your Social Security retirement benefit […]
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