FAQ

I’m Thinking aBout running For Office. What do I do first?

Call us before you start raising money. We can walk you through the guidelines and help you establish appropriate procedures early on to handle those first contributions and expenses correctly. We can file your initial committee organizational forms, help set up your bank account, and establish best practices from the beginning. 

Why should I hire someone? Can’t I just do this myself?

Campaigns these days can run from hundreds of thousands to multi – million dollars endeavors. Don’t leave millions of dollars to volunteers – you need someone you can trust to ensure your money is handled correctly, your campaign finances are transparent, and your reports are filed properly and timely. This is not just data entry. There are rules that determine what and how much money candidates can accept and how it is spent. You need someone with experience to ensure your campaign is following all the rules, that your money is safe, and that your cash flow is not going prevent you from running the campaign you want to run.
 

Why Not Keep It In-House?

Most campaigns can’t spare several staff to handle and monitor the financials or ensure best practices are followed. Let our experience work for you by making sure your compliance and operations run smoothly and identify potential problems before they arise. 

Will I Be Comfortable with someone else handling my finances?

We get it. Sharing such a vital piece of the campaign can be nerve-wracking. Our mission is to take care of the details that allow your campaign to run efficiently and to do so in a transparent and responsive manner. Our services can be tailored to fit your needs and your comfort level. From accounting software that clients can access anytime to regularly scheduled reports – figuring out what works best for you is our priority. Depending on where the campaign is in the election cycle, the communication type and frequency can also be changed to meet your goals.  

Cost?

Getting it right doesn’t have to break the bank. We will work with you to determine which services best serve your needs and your budget. Whether you need a single service, someone to assist with your finances for a single campaign cycle or ongoing compliance services, we are here to help.
 

What Now?

Contact us at Sarah@NelsonWurth.com or Emily@NelsonWurth.com to get started!