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Proactive Strategies for Business Success: Tax planning early and often

Joseph Baldwin

When people think of taxes, they typically think of their annual return. However, to best manage tax liabilities and optimize tax credits, tax planning should be an ongoing process. Even more so, over the past few years, several states in the Northeast, namely New York, have unprecedented tax incentive programs for businesses. 


August 12, 2025

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Latest Tax Talk

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Tax Talks
One Big Beautiful Bill’s Impact on Northeast Agriculture: Agricultural Changes

President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) into law over the July 4th holiday. We have already covered business tax changes and individual tax changes, and today, we’ll highlight some of the most pertinent non-tax provisions impacting agriculture.

July 9, 2025

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Farm Credit
Farm Credit East’s Career Development Program

Farm Credit East has many diverse career opportunities, and there are plenty of pathways to take in starting a career with the company. Jean Gallagher recently sat down with two former interns-turned-Career Development Program (CDP) trainees who have since moved into full-time positions in the Enfield, Conn., office, to learn more about their experience.

 

December 19, 2022

Farm Credit
This Thanksgiving and Every Day, We Appreciate You

Leading up to Thanksgiving, CEO Mike Reynolds reflects on and shares what he is thankful for and wishes everyone a happy and healthy holiday season.

November 21, 2022

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Farm Credit
Farm Credit East Staff Give Back

As part of Farm Credit East’s mission, we strive to be an advocate for, and a responsible, committed member of the Northeast farm and rural community. The entire Farm Credit East team is committed to this mission. We strive to fulfill it through financial support and staff participation in events and activities that strengthen agriculture and enhance its future in local communities.

November 16, 2022

Farm Credit East Gives Thanks
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The Farm Credit East Team Gives Thanks

‘Tis the season to give thanks!

As we approach Thanksgiving and the holiday season, we asked some of our teammates to reflect on what they’re grateful for. I think you’ll notice some common themes, from family, friends and coworkers to the great agricultural community we serve every day. Read on for their responses. 

November 08, 2022

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