Whitaker Marketing Group Wins 2026 Crexi Platinum Award
Whitaker Marketing Group has earned the 2026 Crexi Platinum Award, placing our team among the top-performing real estate professionals on one of the industry’s leading platforms. This recognition reflects our commitment to strong results, advanced marketing, and proven expertise in land sales. Recognizing Excellence in Real Estate The Crexi Platinum Award recognizes brokers who show […]
What Makes a Good Land Broker Different From a Regular Agent?
If you’re considering selling land, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is who you hire to represent it. Many landowners ask: “What makes a good land broker different from a regular real estate agent?” The answer is simple—but critical. Land is a completely different asset than residential property, and it requires a different […]
What Questions Should I Ask a Land Broker Before Hiring Them?
Hiring the right land broker can have a direct impact on your final sale price, timeline, and overall experience. Not all brokers specialize in land, and asking the right questions upfront can help you avoid costly mistakes. At Whitaker Marketing Group, we believe informed sellers make better decisions. If you’re wondering, “What questions should I […]
You Just Inherited a Farm—Now What?
What Should You Do After Inheriting a Farm? Inheriting a farm can feel overwhelming. For some families, it is an emotional transition tied to generations of hard work and history. For others, it may be the first time they have ever owned agricultural real estate. Either way, one question usually comes first: What do I […]
New Federal Tax Bill Impacts Iowa Farmers and Farmland Owners
Key Updates for Estate Planning, Farm Sales, and Agricultural Investments Iowa farmland tax changes are drawing attention across the agricultural industry as a new federal tax bill introduces updates that could impact farmland ownership, estate planning, and farm investment strategies. While many provisions will roll out gradually over the coming years, these changes may influence […]
Iowa Land Auction Results February 28 – March 6, 2026
For a look at the previous week’s results, see our Iowa Land Auction Results February 21–27, 2026. Iowa land auction results from February 28 – March 6, 2026 provide farmland owners with an updated snapshot of buyer demand, pricing trends, and current land market activity across the state. This week’s reported sales included a mix […]
721 Exchange for Farmland Owners: A Potential Strategy to Defer Capital Gains Taxes
Many farmland owners have held their land for decades. In many cases, the farm is fully paid off and producing steady rental income. However, when the time comes to sell, capital gains taxes can significantly impact the financial outcome of a sale. For some landowners, heirs may inherit farmland but feel uncertain about long-term ownership […]
Whitaker Marketing Group Wins Land.com Land Star Top Producer Award for 2025
Whitaker Marketing Group is proud to announce that our team has been recognized with the Land.com Land Star Top Producer Award for the full year of 2025, an honor awarded to top-performing land real estate professionals across the Land.com network. This award recognizes outstanding performance in the land real estate industry, highlighting brokers and firms […]
Whitaker Marketing Group Named Land.com Land Star Award Top Producer for Q4 2025
Whitaker Marketing Group is proud to announce it has been recognized as a Land Star Award Top Producer for the fourth quarter of 2025 by Land.com, one of the nation’s leading marketplaces for rural real estate. The Land.com Quarterly Land Star Awards recognize top-performing land brokers and agencies across the United States. Winners are selected […]
Polk County, Iowa Land Auction – 231.09± Acres of High-CSR2 Farmland Selling March 25, 2026
Whitaker Marketing Group, in collaboration with Sean Asada of RE/MAX, is proud to present an exceptional Polk County, Iowa farmland auction opportunity. This 231.09± acre farm will sell in one tract on Tuesday, March 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM CDT at 2816 Shoreline Rd, Des Moines, Iowa. Quality farmland with strong CSR2 ratings and proximity […]
