Service Providers – Finance
Dennis K Wright & Assoc It is recommended that church have up to date financial records for decision-making, management and to meet legal and tax obligation. Dennis K Wright & Associates can provide auditing services to churches to ensure their financial statements are accurate and correct. Dennis Wright Ste 2/ 3 Alexandra St, Melton VIC […]
Service Providers – Legal
McCracken & McCracken Solicitors Churches may need legal advice to assist in property, conveyance, compensation and trust related matters. McCracken & McCracken Solicitors is a trustworthy and compassionate law firm with solicitors that provide churches with practical and cost-effective legal advice. Stephen Morton Level 1, 60 Railway Road, Blackburn VIC 3130 Phone: 03 9894 3333 […]
Guide for Churches Using Property as Security for a Loan
A church is entitled to use its property as a loan security to borrow money for further property purchase or building improvements. The following guide provides a checklist of what a church must follow for this process. Click here to downad the guide
Guide to Changing Your Church Name
A church may wish to change their church name for the next chapter in its ministry, however, an alteration to your church constitution must be made to do so. The BUV recommends churches to review their constitution every 5 years, by which a name change may occur. This guide outlines the required procedure to make […]
Guide for Churches Holding a Special Church Meeting
A Special Church Meeting allows church leaders to discuss matters and plans of the church, and to create resolutions for important decisions relating to property and pastoral matters. The following guide lists the rules and checklist for holding a Special Church Meeting, as well as what distinguishes a Special Church Meeting from a normal meeting. […]
Guide for Churches Leasing Out Property
A church may wish to lease their property, or part of their property to generate additional income to support a purpose outlined by the church. The following guide explains the lease procedure that the church must follow, by which the BUV can assist in executive the lease documents with the tenant. It is important to […]
Guide for Churches Purchasing Property
For a church wanting to relocate, expand or a new church searching for a place to meet, the BUV must be involved as the proprietor of the Certificate of Title on behalf of the church. The following guide highlights the steps and legal documents required when wanting to purchase a property, as well as a […]
Guide for Churches Selling Property
In the event of relocation or closing, a church may wish to sell or mortgage the Trust Premises. The church must follow the set procedure outlined in Schedule B, which goes through the BUV as the Trustee. It is important to note that any proceeds from the sale or mortgage of the Trust Premises will […]
Guide to Wording a Resolution
Church meetings are important for when a church is wanting to make an important decision or action. This is written as a ‘resolution’ that identifies the action and provides clear records of decision. It is important that resolutions are written clear and succinct, by which this guide provides samples for a church on how to […]