Compeer's AgEdge brings you insider discussions from finance experts who understand farming. Each episode breaks down complex agricultural economics, policy changes, and farm business topics into digestible conversations. From DC policy updates to crop insurance strategies, our experts help you stay informed and confident about economic trends and financial decisions affecting your operations. Follow along for informative episodes that keep you ahead of the curve in agricultural finance and policy.
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Compeer's AgEdge brings you insider discussions from finance experts who understand farming. Each episode breaks down complex agricultural economics, policy changes, and farm business topics into digestible conversations. From DC policy updates to crop insurance strategies, our experts help you stay informed and confident about economic trends and financial decisions affecting your operations. Follow along for informative episodes that keep you ahead of the curve in agricultural finance and policy.
Lisa Quist from Nationwide explains the critical difference between estate planning and transition planning for agricultural operations. Through a detailed case study of Bill and Sue's farm, Lisa reveals how typical "I love you" wills can unintentionally destroy family farms by dividing every acre into equal shares among all children, regardless of who's actually farming. Learn why beneficiary designations trump wills, how joint account ownership can override estate plans, and why old contracts can derail inheritance intentions. Lisa explains that while only an estimated one-third of farms have transition plans, the real number with complete plans may be closer to ten percent due to confusion between estate and transition planning. The episode covers the six essential components of comprehensive transition planning: succession planning, business structure evaluation, risk management, financial independence, mentorship and knowledge transfer, and estate document creation. Lisa emphasizes the importance of communication with all heirs about plans, assembling the right professional team including attorneys and CPAs who understand agriculture, and treating transition documents as living plans that require regular review.
Compeer's AgEdge
Compeer's AgEdge brings you insider discussions from finance experts who understand farming. Each episode breaks down complex agricultural economics, policy changes, and farm business topics into digestible conversations. From DC policy updates to crop insurance strategies, our experts help you stay informed and confident about economic trends and financial decisions affecting your operations. Follow along for informative episodes that keep you ahead of the curve in agricultural finance and policy.
