Cody Paiva

How Much Do Churches Pay Their Staff?

Understanding Church Payroll Trends When managing your church’s finances, one of the most significant decisions is determining how much of your budget should be allocated to payroll. While there’s no universal formula, understanding broader trends in church payroll expenses can help you gauge the financial health of your organization and make informed decisions. Why Payroll

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California Worker Classification Laws

Two large ministries in California recently found themselves facing fines in the tens of thousands of dollars after being audited by the Employment Development Department (EDD). Their mistake? Misclassifying employees as 1099 contractors. It’s a mistake that’s all too common and can have devastating financial consequences for churches and ministries. If your church isn’t clear

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What Your Church Needs to Know About Love Offerings (But Probably Doesn’t)

What is a Love Offering Anyways? Love offerings are special collections taken up by churches to support a specific or unique need. Just like the name suggests, it is a way for the people of your church to show their support and appreciation through gifts. These offerings are separate from regular tithes and offerings and

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Five Strategies for Building Financial Reserves That Last

One crucial aspect of financial health for nonprofits is building reserves to weather unforeseen challenges and sustain long-term impact. Here are five strategies to build financial reserves and strengthen your organization’s financial foundation: Your organization should also build reserves for maintenance or large asset replacement. This could be deferred maintenance for potential building repairs or

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