Handing Down the Family Farm
The largest exchange of wealth in world history is occurring as the aging make final decisions about their legacy. But, with the possible return of the death tax and the changing future of farming in California, which road should be taken? Ag Alert® delves more deeply into this important and timely topic:
Part 1 - June 7, 2006:
- Legacy Lost
- $26 trillion at stake: Passing on assets requires good planning
- Commentary: Lending a hand--when it's time to hand down the family farm
- Estate and succession planning
- U.S. Senate may skirt full repeal of death tax this week
Part 2 - June 14, 2006
- Redefining tradition
- Family farmers face elevated retirement risks
- Planned giving plays a role in estate plans
- Senate fails to find votes to end the death tax
- Families talk about living through the death tax
Part 3 - June 21, 2006
- Branching Out
- Getting your financial house in order
- Commentary: Plan now to ensure the family farm surives for generations