7 Keys to Pastoral Retirement Planning A wide range of legal, financial, and tax issues come into play in the area of pastoral retirement planning. Richard R. Hammar
Keeping Your Church’s Deposits Safe in a Jittery Bank Environment Silicon Valley Bank’s failure shows we never really know whether a bank is truly safe and sound. Michael E. Batts
On-Demand Webinar Church and Nonprofit Ministry Finance: Planning for the New Normal Discussing how the pandemic has challenged church and nonprofit ministry finance, finding the new normals, and more. Featuring Michael E. Batts, CPA
What the New Coronavirus Stimulus Package Means for Churches The Coronavirus Stimulus Package creates an extension of the Paycheck Protection Program with different eligibility requirements. Ted Batson
Advantage Member Exclusive 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. Featuring Michael E. Batts, CPA
On-Demand Webinar Keeping Internal Controls In Check During a Pandemic Guidance on how to adjust and maintain strong internal controls. Featuring Vonna Laue, CPA
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. Frank Sommerville and Cory Halliburton
New Stimulus Funding Replenishes Paycheck Protection Program Churches still in need of a forgivable loan should immediately restart their efforts. The Editors
Q&A: How Should Churches Handle the Bookkeeping for Paycheck Protection Loans? Also, do you recommend a separate bank account for these loans? Vonna Laue
Paycheck Protection Program FAQ Answers to 30 frequently asked questions from church leaders. Richard R. Hammar
Church Loan Modifications in a Crisis Restructuring your church’s debt when full payment, or any payment, becomes difficult. Vonna Laue and Michelle Sanchez
Recommended Reading Online Giving: How to Start or Strengthen It Editor's picks of articles and information to help you keep offerings coming in. The Editors
SBA: Religious Liberty Protections Will be Provided with Loan Program SBA says religious liberty protections will be maintained with loan program for small employers affected by pandemic. The Editors
How Churches Can Apply for the Paycheck Protection Program What leaders should know—including a change extending the application deadline to August 8, 2020. Ted Batson
With Interest Rates Up, Should Churches Borrow to Build? Some considerations regarding debt to fund expansion or new construction.
The Role of Your Church Board in Providing Financial Oversight Consider the value of strong finance and audit subcommittees with specific responsibilities. Rob Faulk
Know Your Audience: Tips for Church Financial Reporting Church financial reporting is a crucial part of church governance. That's why it's wise to remember your audience. The Editors
Reduce Your Church’s Expenses How to strengthen your bottom line and eliminate activities that miss your mission. Michael E. Batts
Q&A: Business Acumen Matters to Church Lenders For a mortgage loan application, don’t assume a consultant is best. Interview by Bobby Ross Jr.
Responding to Financial Crisis One crisis management consultant offers tips for churches to avoid bankruptcy. Interview by Ashley Moore