End of Year Tax Tips for Farmers in 1973 and 1974
Farm Record Specialist Bob Webb urges managers to plan fall and winter decisions to boost profits. He highlights selling contracts, holding periods, and tax options, noting year end tax planning can affect 1973 profits and 1974 tax bills. Four tax tips are proposed including the federal income tax investment credit provision.
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Amtrak adds cars as Christmas travel surges nationwide
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Tax planning tips for area farmers in 1973 and 1974
Planning could help area farmers save on taxes by using seven percent tax credits on equipment purchases, advancing feed and seed before year end to deduct in 1973, deferring payments to shift income to 1974, and paying wages to dependents to maximize deductions. Consult a farm financial advisor or IRS office for details.
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