Establishing a Budget

Kent Patrick, Valdosta Today Financial Contributor Do you ever wonder where your money goes each month? Does it seem like you're never able to get ahead? If so, you may want to establish a budget…

Low Commodity Prices hit Farmers Hard

SYLVESTER -- The USDA is forecasting the biggest drop in farm income since 1983. In a report from WALB, experts state the reason for the low income is due to commodity prices, such as peanuts…

Atlanta out of Running for GE Headquarters

ATLANTA -- According to the AJC, the mega-corporation announced their decision to cross Georgia off their list on Saturday morning. GE, which is based out of Connecticut, had considered the Peach State a top contender for…

Charitable Giving

Stacy Bush, Valdosta Today Financial Contributor Charitable giving can play an important role in many estate plans. Philanthropy cannot only give you great personal satisfaction, it can also give you a current income tax deduction,…

Changes made to Georgia Historic Tax Credit Program

ATLANTA -- After allowing the historic preservation credits to expire in 2014, North Carolina's General Assembly extended the credits under the budget passed in September. While the extended credit is still based on income-producing properties and…

Port Merger Agreement moves Closer

SAVANNAH -- Savannah's place as a major container port was solidified as merger talks with South Carolina continue to make progress. A proposed $4.5 billion port terminal to be shared by Georgia and South Carolina…

Connecticut Desperate to Retain GE from Georgia Move

ATLANTA -- The battle for General Electric’s headquarters has raged for months, as Connecticut lawmakers try to deter upstarts in Georgia and elsewhere from luring away their Fortune 500 company. Economic development types have long…

Property: Gift vs. Inheritance

Greg Bright, Valdosta Today Financial Contributor Income tax basis can be an important factor in deciding whether to make gifts during your lifetime or transfer property at your death. This is because the income tax…