Farm & Ranch

When You Need Help

Feed. Fences. Tractors. Taxes. One of these things is not like the other. In our world, they’re all very much related when you’re running a farm or a ranch. We can help with the entity structure planning to setting up your cattle feeding operation, assisting you with the business plan for a scientific breeding license or get you through the maze of sales tax issues related to hunting and shooting and, our favorite, cedar eaters. Whatever the situation, ATKG understands farms and ranches, and we partner with you to learn the nuances of your specific operations and offer tailored solutions and approaches to help achieve your goals. Ultimately, working with ATKG will result in the best solutions for your exact needs.

the ATKG way

We have designed a team approach for our clients. When you become an ATKG client, you’ll get an all-star lineup of experienced professionals on your side. What sets us apart from the big firms is the genuine relationship we cultivate with each of our clients. Our small size allows us to respond quickly and insightfully to your needs. The combination of our team’s own farming and ranching backgrounds along with the years of experience serving agriculture-based clients means we can give you the guidance and help you need and get you back to focusing on what really matters in life.

ways we can help

  • Acquisition and structure planning
  • Business plan documentation
  • Debt evaluation and loan negotiation
  • Like-kind exchange planning
  • Purchase price allocation
  • Easement and conservation analysis
  • IRS examination representation
  • Financial analysis
  • Federal and state tax compliance
  • Property tax planning
  • Succession planning

testimonials

‘‘My father and I have used ATKG since the days of its founder James Ahern, and they have always provided excellent and accurate advice.’’

A Client

‘‘I can't name just one reason about Eric and Hayley! Their proactivity, creativity, collaborative spirit, and communication are all absolutely incredible.’’

A Client

‘‘I call them my ATKG team!’’

A Client

‘‘Very personable and knowledgeable. Over the years, I have created great relationships with Teryn Grater, Diane White, and the seniors and managers on my account.’’

Melanie Fluitt

3 Star Daylighting, LP

‘‘We appreciate ATKG's responsiveness, timeliness, and good communications’’

A Client

‘‘Everyone that I have worked with at ATKG is extremely friendly, helpful, and always very responsive!’’

A Client

‘‘I couldn't be happier with the choice to move from EY to ATKG. A.J. Sturm, Diane White, Alisha Bell, and the support staff have been instrumental in helping me with a complicated Estate and Foundation scenario. Not only have they provided me with phenomenal accounting and tax advice, but they have also gone above and beyond to help me plan for today, tomorrow, and far beyond. Thank you, ATKG!!!’’

Amy Burdick

Richard L Burdick Foundation

‘‘We continue to consider ATKG a part of our personal and business planning team. They are a professional firm with an impeccable level of service.’’

A Client

‘‘ATKG is very professional, responsive, and client-oriented. They are committed and make a point to communicate with annual meetings and anytime I have a question.’’

A Client

‘‘Angie Stone and her team provided valuable forensic accounting services and excellent litigation support in some complex family law cases handled by our firm.’’

Alicia K.

Key Law Firm

‘‘Angie Stone and Courtney Mastin are prompt in their response to any inquiry our clients or I may have. Additionally, everyone at ATKG maintains a wonderful level of professionalism.’’

A Client

‘‘Great people, good response time, and helpful’’

A Client

‘‘Excellent customer service. Rapid response to questions!’’

A Client

‘‘Great people and very informative, up-to-date with ever-changing rules and guidelines in this ever-changing government!’’

A Client

‘‘ATKG is invested in my success and is highly responsive to my needs.’’

A Client

‘‘ATKG offers great customer service.’’

A Client

‘‘Prompt service and excellent forecasting. I also feel that I get tremendous support, more than I have received in the past.’’

A Client

‘‘Katie provides great service and is very knowledgeable.’’

A Client

‘‘She is friendly, responsive, and knowledgeable.’’

A Client

‘‘David and the ATKG team are knowledgeable regarding current tax issues, and they are extremely responsive to all questions.’’

A Client

‘‘Been working with ATKG for several years; they are extremely professional, knowledgeable and offer great customer service.’’

A Client

‘‘ATKG provides services up and above any other accounting firm I have ever used. They want to help their clients manage their wealth and offer to help teach their children about wealth and how to manage it.’’

A Client

‘‘Teryn is always quick to respond to questions and on top of the latest accounting rules.’’

A Client

‘‘Amanda and Shannon offer us consistent communication’’

A Client

‘‘A. J. is professional, knowledgeable, and provides friendly assistance.’’

A Client

‘‘Eric and Sarah do an excellent job handling our account and promptly answering questions. They are proactive in planning meetings and looking forward.’’

A Client

‘‘Our ATKG team, which includes Eric, Ruth, Katie, and Shannon is incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and supportive of our business. Client service always feels like it is at the forefront of their mind.’’

A Client

‘‘Loyal, excellent service over 35 years with Melanie and her team.’’

A Client

‘‘Our interactions with Diane and the ATKG team are always a model for how a professional services company should interact with its clients. With ATKG, we know that our finances are in good hands.’’

A Client

‘‘Melanie, Teryn, and Sandy have clearly had my and my family's best interests at the forefront. I have had a 19-year relationship that has proved to be very beneficial to my family and me.’’

A Client

‘‘Melanie, Teryn, and Katie offer us confidence.’’

A Client

‘‘Diane and Shannon are a critical resource and partner to our firm. They are knowledgeable, responsive, and dependable on all levels.’’

A Client

‘‘Diane and Shannon provide great service. They are very knowledgeable and are always willing to assist our group with sage advice.’’

A Client

‘‘Great work, timely, and the best part....nice folks!’’

A Client