Managing debt

For many farmers, the past couple of years have been challenging. There’s nothing like cash — safe in the bank or close at hand — to get you through.

Learn the benefits of building a personal money strategy and find resources and advice to get you on the right path.

Debt is a fact of doing business in farming and how it’s managed differs for every operation.

Vanessa Stockbrugger shares how clarity, understanding and planning are the three essential steps to take towards a mindful financial life.

Learn how to think about save and investing differently and why you should diversify how you spend – and protect your cashflow.

Learn why one of the smartest things a farmer can do is can do is carve off a bit of personal income regularly and to separate farm from family finances.

Learn how to reframe debt as a power tool, that when used correctly and safely, can achieve positive results.

Learn how day-to-day personal spending is the one thing farm families can control immediately to improve their financial health.

Learn how to find out your credit score and why it’s important to pay attention to this financial metric.

Vanessa Stockbrugger shares how the 4 E’s — engagement, education, execution and experience — can help you build financial strength and satisfaction.