{"product_id":"benefitting-from-obamacare-s-l-potts-9780999473733","title":"Benefitting from Obamacare: How one church used the ACA to their advantage","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBenefitting from Obamacare\u003c\/b\u003e by S.L. Potts is a concise guide that demonstrates how churches can leverage the provisions of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to save significantly on health insurance premiums while providing comprehensive coverage for their pastors. In this brief yet informative book, Potts shares the experience of his own church, which saved over $100,000 in health insurance costs over three years by utilizing ACA benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePotts explains how churches can structure health insurance plans to maximize ACA benefits, including the use of Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs) and other strategies that comply with ACA regulations. He provides practical advice for church leaders on how to navigate the complexities of health insurance options, ensuring that pastors receive quality coverage without burdening the church's finances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is an invaluable resource for church boards and administrators seeking to make informed decisions about health insurance for their pastoral staff. By following the strategies outlined in this guide, churches can achieve substantial savings while fulfilling their responsibility to care for their pastors' health needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eSimilar Works You Might Enjoy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eHow to Not Be a Broke Pastor\u003c\/i\u003e by S.L. Potts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eStructuring Pastoral Compensation: A Practical Guide for Blessing Your Pastor\u003c\/i\u003e by S.L. Potts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eThe Pastor's Guide to Wise Investing\u003c\/i\u003e by S.L. Potts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eChurch Finance: The Church Leader's Guide to Financial Operations\u003c\/i\u003e by Michael Batts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eFinancial Management for Churches\u003c\/i\u003e by David A. Croteau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eThe Church Leader's Guide to Budgeting\u003c\/i\u003e by James L. Sullivan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003ePastoral Leadership: A Handbook of Resources for Effective Ministry\u003c\/i\u003e by David Emmanuel Goatley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eThe Ministry of Finance: A Biblical Perspective\u003c\/i\u003e by Timothy R. Jennings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eChurch Administration: Creating Efficiency for Effective Ministry\u003c\/i\u003e by Robert H. Welch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eFinancial Planning for Churches and Ministries\u003c\/i\u003e by David A. Croteau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow the ACA (Obamacare) affects \u003cb\u003echurches and ministries\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteps to evaluate \u003cb\u003ehealthcare options\u003c\/b\u003e for your organization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal-world strategies for \u003cb\u003ereducing insurance costs\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to remain \u003cb\u003ecompliant while saving money\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncouragement for pastors, leaders, and families facing rising premiums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy This Book Matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten by \u003cb\u003eS.L. Potts\u003c\/b\u003e, with firsthand church leadership experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides \u003cb\u003eclear explanations\u003c\/b\u003e without political spin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquips pastors and church boards with \u003cb\u003epractical tools\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps believers steward resources wisely for ministry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eTurn Challenge into Opportunity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf rising healthcare costs have left your church or ministry feeling overwhelmed, this book offers hope and proven solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover how faith communities can benefit-not just survive-under Obamacare.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"This practical and easy-to-understand guide is an essential resource for pastors, ministers, and church leaders who want clarity on clergy taxes, housing allowance, compensation packages, retirement planning, and financial stewardship. Packed with valuable information about IRS rules for ministers, church payroll guidelines, self-employment tax, Social Security, health benefits, and tax deductions, this book provides pastors with the knowledge they need to manage their income wisely, maximize tax savings, and avoid costly mistakes. Perfect for new pastors, seasoned ministers, church treasurers, seminary students, and anyone handling clergy finances, this best-selling resource helps simplify complex tax laws, strengthen financial confidence, and ensure faithful stewardship of church resources.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e S. L. 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