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SalmonBeach Takes New Name
Is a Reverse Mortgage Right for You?
Benefit From Your Audit Committee

SalmonBeach Becomes Salmon Sims Thomas 

 As of June 1st, SalmonBeach will change its name to Salmon Sims Thomas, as Bill Sims and Rick Thomas are added to the firm's name. Bill Sims is a Partner, Vice President and Director at Salmon Sims Thomas and heads up the firm's nonprofit division. Rick Thomas, also a Partner, manages the firm's audit department as well as the career school team. Both Bill and Rick have provided valuable leadership and professional skills to the firm for years, and the change furthers our commitment to providing quality and innovative service to nonprofit and career school clients, as well as all the industries we serve.
 
Our address and phone numbers will not change. Please make note of our new Web site name.
 
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Is A Reverse Mortgage Right For You?
By Julie Fry
 
As the population ages and baby boomers begin to retire, they may not be completely prepared to cover their cash outflows in their retirement years. One solution to this problem may be a reverse mortgage.  For those who are "house rich but cash poor," a reverse mortgage may be the answer. 
 

An Audit Committee Can Be Your Greatest Asset

 

You may already have a finance committee in place; however, it is important to understand that an audit committee performs a different role. The finance committee reviews investment policies and monitors the funds of the organization, and the audit committee provides independent oversight into the organization's accounting and financial reporting and oversees the organization's annual internal and external audits. Do you know if you need and audit committee and why?

 

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Donor Restrictions or Donor Preferences: How to tell the difference
by Dan Busby, ECFA Vice President
 
In charitable giving, there is a distinction between a donor's restriction and a donor;s preference. This distinction can make a difference between the donor's eligibility for a charitable tax deduction and no tax deduction.
 
I hope the Industry Focus adds value to your business. We welcome your suggestions or feedback!
 
To your continued success,
 
Bill Sims
Salmon Sims Thomas