What are some key aspects to keep in mind to make sure you keep your family’s farm legacy going?

Keeping the land in the family is a key component to preserving a farm’s legacy, which is why estate and succession planning are so important to many farmers and ranchers.

There are a few key aspects to keep in mind.

Roger McEowen with the Washburn School of Law spoke with RFD-TV’s Suzanne Alexander about gifting with debt, how to plan for transition, and what producers need to keep in mind.

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