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Feb

The Art of Tax Planning

February 05, 2019

By: Heidi Ball

Tax planning is often thought of as a quick check of your figures to make sure you are set for income tax. When in reality, it has evolved into much more. As a financial services consultant, I realize the importance of taking time to go out to the farm and have direct contact with a customer – not just during tax season, but all throughout the year.

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Posted In: Financial Management

Tags: financial management, tax planning, taxes
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
2
Oct

Tax planning in good times and bad

October 02, 2018

By: Paul VanDenburgh

We all know the importance of reviewing your business’s tax position in “good times,” but what about the “bad times?” Managing your taxes is a critically important piece of the financial planning process in any given year.

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Posted In: Financial Management

Tags: consulting, cost control, regulations, risk management, tax planning, taxes
22
May

Crop Insurance

May 22, 2018

By: Jeremy Forrett

Farming can be a risky endeavor. There are many ways to prepare for and mitigate risks, and an important one for many producers is crop insurance. Jeremy Forrett, Vice President, Crop Growers, LLP, discusses the importance of Northeast crop insurance in your risk management plan.

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Posted In: Financial Management

Tags: ag outlook, communication, consulting, crop expenses, crop growers, crop insurance, crop revenue, economy, farm management, financial management, insurance, input costs, production, profitability, return on investment