Church Loans

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Realizing the full loan package

Sometimes, church leaders can get heavily focused on the interest rate for a church loan as the sole factor in choosing a lender. No doubt, it is important, but there are also many other factors to consider – such as additional fees, term length, loan covenants, and annual requirements to name a few. It is… Continue Reading

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Q&A – Reserve cash

Question: Churches exist to do ministry. How does a church balance that overarching mission with the need to save for the unexpected and build up reserves to cover property-related expenses, including maintenance for buildings, updates and expansion? Answer: Being good stewards of financial resources requires prudent planning both now and in the future. We advise… Continue Reading

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Church financial challenges?

“I’m worried my church might fall behind on its loan payments.” That’s never a fun situation to find yourself in, but there’s always hope.

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Faith Fellowship Church

Sometimes, difficulties can be a blessing in disguise, as two pastors explain from sunny Melbourne, Florida, where Faith Fellowship Church is in an exciting time of growth.

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Pastor sees CIF’s heart for ministry

Pastor Alberto Malisani with Grace Church in Desert Hot Springs, Calif. is a Bible teacher and worship leader. He knows that money is part of ministry, a tool God uses to accomplish His work through the local church. But ministry is his expertise, not finance.

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