Salaries as a Percentage of Church Budget
Why churches must get the right balance, especially for a mortgage loan.
Compensation
Three Questions to Ask About Your Church’s Financial Management
Do your compensation, reimbursements, and restricted giving practices need a check-up?
The Slow, Steady Salary Climb
Church pay shows signs of recovery. But will the new housing allowance ruling and rising healthcare costs offset gains?
ECFA Sets Higher Standards for Compensation, Transactions
Why all churches should consider following these steps for pay and related-party deals.
Q&A: Should This Pastor’s Car Repair Reimbursement be Taxed?
I need help with a question regarding money requested for our Deaf Church Pastor for
Should the Pianist be on the Payroll?
How churches should treat these types of roles.
Tracking Expenses—Why Churches Must Do Better
Inadequate records can prove costly for pastors and leaders.
Q&A: Is a Bonus Allowed for a Staff-Created Worship Song or Book?
Fairly rewarding an employee's work when that work is owned by the church.
Q&A: Free Tuition for the Pastor’s Kids
Is this education benefit allowed?
Q&A: Do We Have to Pay Overtime?
The Fair Labor Standards Act does not allow averaging of hours over two or more weeks.
Q&A: Should We Allow Private Music Lessons on Church Property?
What to consider and why before saying “yes.”
Determining Which Ministry Gets What
One pastor shares how to best allocate church budget money.
Q&A: Officiating Weddings
How do I report income for officiating wedding ceremonies if I'm no longer employed by a church?
Q&A: Making Improvements to Pastor-Owned Property
Can we build an outdoor gazebo for the church's use on the pastor's property?
Q&A: Compensating Musicians Legally
Can we create a designated account to supplement an employee's pay?
Q&A: Paying Honoraria to Board Members
Are there any legal or tax implications to this "expression of appreciation"?
Q&A: Are Employee Service Awards Taxable?
A qualified employee achievement award must meet a number of requirements.
Q&A: Creating a “Paid Time Off” Policy
What legal and procedural issues do churches need to know before implementing a PTO program?
Q&A: Paying Employees without Timecards
Is it legal to delay employee's wages?
Q&A: Establishing Staff Compensation Levels
How do we verify that our compensation packages are not excessive?