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17
Jan

Empire State Apprenticeship Tax Credit program

January 17, 2019

By: Grey Bennis

In 2018, New York introduced the Empire State Apprenticeship Tax Credit Program. The tax credit is available to employers in select industries who hire an apprentice to learn their business. Grey Bennis, Farm Credit East Tax Associate, talks about the details of this tax credit.

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Posted In: Tax Talks

Tags: taxes, tax planning
15
Jan

Avoid the Pitfalls of Buying Rural Property

January 15, 2019

By: Sarah Sweeney

Rural properties have many features that make them appealing to buyers, but also come with a unique set of considerations when choosing the right property. To avoid the pitfalls of buying your piece of paradise, check out these 10 rural property tips.

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Posted In: Business Tips and Tools

Tags: country living, estate management, estate planning
10
Jan

Trucking Compliance for Northeast Agriculture, Forest Producers, and Commercial Fishing

January 10, 2019

By: Chris Laughton

Are you in compliance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations? Read a summary from a recent webinar hosted by Farm Credit East that helped navigate these ever-changing laws and certain agricultural exemptions.

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Posted In: Business Tips and Tools

Tags: capacity, equipment, expenses, insurance, record keeping, regulations
8
Jan

The Long View

January 08, 2019

By: Bill Lipinski

The demanding daily tasks of running a business can sometimes cause owners and managers to have a shorter term focus. After all, in the short term, they may have to concentrate on planting or harvesting crops, taking care of livestock, or day-to-day employee management. But as producers navigate day-to-day challenges, it’s important to maintain a long-term perspective.

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Posted In: Financial Management

Tags: ag outlook, business management, business planning, communication, consulting, farm management, financial management, financing, generational transfer, risk management