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Protecting Yourself in an Increasingly Digital World
As technology continues to improve our daily lives, it also creates new opportunities for scammers and cybercriminals. Identity theft, phishing...
NEXT GEN ESTATE PLANNING: It Matters More Than You Think
If you’re like most people in your 20s, 30s, or early 40s, estate planning might feel distant or even intimidating. Wills, trusts, powers of...
Tax-Wise Giving in 2026 for Non-Itemizers
You may recall that The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) was signed into law in July 2025. Among its many tax law changes were provisions that...
LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT: Staying Steady in an Unsteady Market
Dear Friends: We recognize that market headlines, economic uncertainty, and global events can create concern. Inflation, interest-rate...
FREE METHODIST INVESTMENT AND LOAN FUND MINISTRY HIGHLIGHT: RockCreek Church (WA)
In 2018, when Pastor Bryan Rees arrived at RockCreek Church in Marysville, Washington, he sensed God was calling the church to dream again....
TEAM HIGHLIGHT: Welcome Karson and Shalom
FM Financial is pleased to welcome two new team members: Shalom Cross joined FM Financial in March 2026 as a Client Care Specialist with the Free...
DONOR ADVISED FUNDS: What Churches Should Know
Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) are increasing in popularity as a tool for families to manage their tithing and kingdom giving. In 2024, over $60 billion...
TEAM HIGHLIGHT: Staff Certifications
As part of our commitment to serve clients with excellence, FM Financial supports teams members as they participate in continuing education...
MONEY 101: Next Gen Money Basics
For many young adults, mapping out a financial future seems overwhelming. There are budgets to review, debts to manage, retirement to prepare for,...
MINISTRY HIGHLIGHT: Chapel of Change in Paramount, CA
Chapel of Change, a Free Methodist church in Paramount, California, began as a vision Pastor Brian Warth received while serving a life sentence in...







