On-Demand Webinar
Fraud in the Church: What We Learned from 700 Church Leaders
Discover the results of our 2021 church fraud survey and the best practices for reducing vulnerabilities.
Accounting
How Well Does Your Church Prevent Financial Misconduct?
What we learned from a recent survey—with expert guidance on how to protect the church.
SBA’s PPP Changes May Help Churches with Loan Forgiveness
Agency announces new direct forgiveness portal, removal of necessity questionnaires.
What to Know About Tax Preparation Software for Pastors
Understanding the benefits and pitfalls of using tax programs for clergy.
Temporary Relief for Valuing Personal Use of Church-Owned Automobiles
Taking advantage of this relief affects the amount reported on Form W-2.
What the New Coronavirus Stimulus Package Means for Churches
New law clarifies PPP loan forgiveness process and extends PPP loan program, among other provisions.
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Rethinking Your Church’s Budgeting Process for 2021
On-Demand Webinar: Guidance on how church leaders can adjust their current budgeting processes to adapt to changes caused by the pandemic.
The High Cost of Fraud
New study offers insights on why it happens, how it’s detected, and characteristics of both victims and perpetrators.
How a Church Responded When a Trusted Minister Embezzled Funds
Experts weigh in during a panel discussion on what happened.
Applying for PPP Loan Forgiveness
The latest instructions to help ensure the maximum amount of your church’s loan converts to a nontaxable grant.
Q&A: In Light of the Pandemic, What Should We Include in Our Cash Balances for Forecasting Purposes?
It’s important to remember that liquidity refers to cash available for operations.
Q&A: How Do We Budget During This Time of Rapid Change and Uncertainty?
First step: stop focusing on your annual budget.
Q&A: Should We Start Digging into Our Reserves?
Churches that deplete their reserves should replenish them over time.
Recommended Reading
Managing Tough Financial Times
Articles to help you adjust budgets, think strategically, and approach the challenge with confidence.
Are We Practicing Safe Fundraising?
A 12-question checklist to ensure a fun and safe event.
Will Your Church’s “Good Faith Certification” for a Paycheck Protection Loan Come into Question?
For loans under $2 million, the SBA will assume the borrower determined in “good faith” that it met the PPP loan requirement.
New Stimulus Funding Replenishes Paycheck Protection Program
Churches still in need of a forgivable loan should immediately restart their efforts.
On-Demand Webinar
Church Financial Management in Challenging Times
CPA Michael E. Batts helps churches navigate financial concerns created by the pandemic in this on-demand webinar.
Q&A: How Should Churches Handle the Bookkeeping for Paycheck Protection Loans?
Also, do you recommend a separate bank account for these loans?
Q&A: Handling Donation Funds for Mission Trips Postponed by Pandemic
The church could be liable to the donors for not fulfilling the purpose of the gift.