Inspired by Annie's: Getting Your Finances in Order for 2026
Event Details
Date
November 5, 2025
November 12, 2025
Time
5:30pm - 7pm
Location
Varies
Host
CCE Albany County
Laura Biasillo
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Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Albany County, Oneida County, and Schoharie-Otsego Counties for a hybrid series focused on setting you up for a successful 2026 when it comes to financial decision-making. Each session will be offered with a virtual option, as well as coming into the CCE offices listed previously for group discussion and learning from your peers.
During these sessions the speakers will speak on the following topics:
- November 5th: Steve Hadcock (CCE Capital Area Agriculture & Horticulture Team) will speak on the importance of keeping records and receipts for income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- November 12th: We'll hear from Shelby Pendleton (Farm Credit East) on financially prepping for the tax season and the basic parts of farmer taxes along with proposed 2026 changes
In-Person Locations:
- Nov 5th: CCE Otsego & CCE Albany
- Nov 12th: CCE Schoharie
- Zoom
Cost: FREE
Pre-registration required to ensure enough handouts at the in-person locations.
Any questions can be directed to Laura Biasillo at lw257@cornell.edu.
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