Description
This webinar focuses on tax concepts and strategies that can improve tax outcomes for the current year and the tax years ahead. Learning Objectives We will give a quick review of concepts covered in Preparation for Taxes webinar and by the end of this presentation, participants will be able to: - Understand common tax concepts such as self-employment taxes, depreciation, Section 179 deductions, refundable and non-refundable credits, earned income credits, child tax credits, and the “placed in service” rule; - Know the difference between cash and accrual accounting; - Identify tax planning opportunities including maximizing credits, considering investment tax credits, managing Social Security impacts, and planning for income changes; - Identify specific tax strategies such as income averaging, paying children for farm work, capitalizing repair costs, deferring income, prepaying expenses, and making retirement contributions; - Work on a long-term approach to tax planning by consistently maintaining records, maximizing eligible credits, and making informed financial decisions; - Recognize potential impacts of changes in the current tax law and how those may impact tax planning decisions; - Understand the need to develop a plan that includes the impact of state and federal tax laws. This program is provided for educational purposes only and should not be considered tax advice. For guidance specific to your individual circumstances, please consult a qualified tax professional.
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November 6, 2026
8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Clinton County
6064 State Route 22, Suite 5
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
- Just as CPR prepares you to help someone having a heart attack,
Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to assist someone
experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge or crisis. - This FREE, full-day training is designed for farmers, agribusiness
workers, and anyone who lives in or serves rural communities—
including civic and faith leaders, healthcare providers, and
neighbors. - Now more than ever, these skills are essential. Join us to build your
confidence in recognizing the signs of a challenge or crisis and
offering meaningful support. - Participants who complete the course will receive a certificate of
completion. - The training includes a 30-minute lunch break and several short
breaks throughout the day. Lunch and refreshments will be
provided at no cost. - For more information, visit www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org
Seating limited to 30 attendees and we expect this will be fully booked,
register today!
Once fully registered, participants will receive access to a 2-hour, self-paced
e-learning module and quiz that must be completed before the in-person
MHFA training.
Registrants must create User Profile in the MHFA by
10/30 or they will be dropped and pre work must completed by 11/4.
For FAQs about this requirement, see
https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/MHFAat-
Work_Certification-FAQs-for-participants.pdf
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November 13, 2026
8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Hamilton Public Library
13 Broad St.
Hamilton, NY 13346
- Just as CPR prepares you to help someone having a heart attack,
Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to assist someone
experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge or crisis. - This FREE, full-day training is designed for farmers, agribusiness
workers, and anyone who lives in or serves rural communities—
including civic and faith leaders, healthcare providers, and
neighbors. - Now more than ever, these skills are essential. Join us to build your
confidence in recognizing the signs of a challenge or crisis and
offering meaningful support. - Participants who complete the course will receive a certificate of
completion. - The training includes a 30-minute lunch break and several short
breaks throughout the day. Lunch and refreshments will be
provided at no cost. - For more information, visit www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org
Seating limited to 30 attendees and we expect this will be fully booked,
register today!
Once fully registered, participants will receive access to a 2-hour, self-paced
e-learning module and quiz that must be completed before the in-person
MHFA training.
Registrants must create User Profile in the MHFA by
11/6 or they will be dropped and pre work must completed by 11/11.
For FAQs about this requirement, see
https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/MHFAat-
Work_Certification-FAQs-for-participants.pdf
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November 18, 2026
8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Hillview Free Library
3717 Lake Shore Dr.
Diamond Point, NY 12824
- Just as CPR prepares you to help someone having a heart attack,
Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to assist someone
experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge or crisis. - This FREE, full-day training is designed for farmers, agribusiness
workers, and anyone who lives in or serves rural communities—
including civic and faith leaders, healthcare providers, and
neighbors. - Now more than ever, these skills are essential. Join us to build your
confidence in recognizing the signs of a challenge or crisis and
offering meaningful support. - Participants who complete the course will receive a certificate of
completion. - The training includes a 30-minute lunch break and several short
breaks throughout the day. Lunch and refreshments will be
provided at no cost. - For more information, visit www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org
Seating limited to 30 attendees and we expect this will be fully booked,
register today!
Once fully registered, participants will receive access to a 2-hour, self-paced
e-learning module and quiz that must be completed before the in-person
MHFA training.
Registrants must create User Profile in the MHFA by
11/4 or they will be dropped and pre work must completed by 11/16.
For FAQs about this requirement, see
https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/MHFAat-
Work_Certification-FAQs-for-participants.pdf
