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Q&A: Converting to the Capital Gain Method

Q&A: Converting to the Capital Gain Method

by Christmas Tree Tax Team | Aug 21, 2020 | Christmas Tree Tax Resources, Q & A, Saving Taxes

I’ve written previously about how electing capital gain treatment can result in tax savings of thousands of dollars for most Christmas tree growers. Many growers interested in electing capital gain treatment often ask me questions such as: “What does it take to...
How an Average Christmas Tree Grower Can Pocket an Additional $27,782 Each Year

How an Average Christmas Tree Grower Can Pocket an Additional $27,782 Each Year

by Christmas Tree Tax Team | Apr 28, 2020 | Christmas Tree Tax Resources, Christmas Trees Magazine, Saving Taxes

My previous articles have emphasized that the most effective way for a Christmas tree grower to save taxes is by making a capital gain election under IRC § 631.  This article analyzes in-depth just how much an “average” Christmas tree grower would save by making...
Christmas Trees Magazine – Putting It All Together (Recap)

Christmas Trees Magazine – Putting It All Together (Recap)

by Christmas Tree Tax Team | Feb 14, 2020 | Christmas Tree Tax Resources, Christmas Trees Magazine, Video

Schedule F...
Christmas Trees Magazine – Putting It All Together (Part 4)

Christmas Trees Magazine – Putting It All Together (Part 4)

by Christmas Tree Tax Team | Nov 17, 2019 | Christmas Tree Tax Resources, Christmas Trees Magazine

Please complete the form below to download the sample tax forms to follow along with the article. Your contact information will allow me to keep you in the loop on other Christmas tree tax projects I’m working on. Thank you!
Christmas Trees Magazine – Putting It All Together (Part 3)

Christmas Trees Magazine – Putting It All Together (Part 3)

by Christmas Tree Tax Team | Aug 15, 2019 | Christmas Tree Tax Resources, Christmas Trees Magazine

Please complete the form below to download the sample Form T to follow along with the article. Your contact information will allow me to keep you in the loop on other Christmas tree tax projects I’m working on. Thank you!

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What is the Capital Gain Method?

https://youtu.be/B5LgKFL78O4 Understanding the Capital Gain Method for Christmas Tree Growers If you're a Christmas tree grower, there’s a unique tax-saving strategy that could benefit you during tax season: the "capital gain method." While it’s not an official term...

Is Your Christmas Tree Farm a Hobby or a Business?

https://youtu.be/D4PxVnJ64vA Understanding the IRS Hobby Loss Rule for Christmas Tree Farms Introduction If you own a Christmas tree farm, you might be wondering whether your operation is classified as a hobby or a business for tax purposes. In this article, I’ll...

How to Deduct Christmas Tree Planting Costs

A Christmas tree grower should not deduct Christmas tree seedlings and planting costs in the year of planting. Rather, Christmas tree seedlings and planting costs should be capitalized and deducted when the trees are eventually sold. As most Christmas tree growers are...

Alabama Forest Owners’ Association Interview

I was interviewed last week by the Alabama Forest Owners' Association as part of their Capital Ideas - Live! podcast. In the short interview, I discuss why many forest landowners find taxes confusing, as well as common tax mistakes forest landowners make. Check out...

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