Selling Land: Auction vs. Traditional Listing
Deciding to sell a farm, ranch, or recreational property is a significant financial step. Land is a distinct asset class that requires a specialized approach to sell effectively. When you decide to go to market, you face a critical choice. Should you hire an auctioneer, or should you list your land traditionally? Both methods offer […]
How to Interview a Real Estate Agent for Your Land Sale
Selling your farmland or rural property is a major financial milestone. For many Midwestern landowners, this land represents decades of hard work, a family legacy, or a vital component of a retirement plan. Because the stakes are so high, finding the right professional to guide your sale is critical. The answer to a successful transaction […]
How to Choose the Best Real Estate Agent to Sell Your Land
Selling land is not the same as selling a house—and choosing the right real estate agent can make a significant difference in your final price, timeline, and overall experience. At Whitaker Marketing Group, we work with landowners every day who want to maximize value and avoid costly mistakes. If you’re asking, “How do I choose […]
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 […]
David Whitaker Inducted into the Iowa Auctioneers Association Hall of Fame
Whitaker Marketing Group proudly recognizes David Whitaker’s induction into the Iowa Auctioneers Association Hall of Fame – a milestone that reflects a career built on professionalism, performance, and consistent results for landowners. This recognition represents decades of leadership within the auction industry and a continued commitment to delivering measurable outcomes for farmland sellers across Iowa […]
Webster County Iowa Land for Sale | 49.13± Acres | March 3, 2026 Auction
If you are searching for Webster County Iowa land for sale, this upcoming auction offers a strong combination of productive soils, pavement access, grain storage, and future flexibility. Whitaker Marketing Group, in collaboration with Sean Asada and Haylee Quirk of RE/MAX, is pleased to present 49.13± acres selling in two tracts in Webster County, Iowa, […]
Ringgold County, Iowa Land for Sale | 1,110.9± Acres – (8 Tracts)
Opportunities of this size in Ringgold County don’t come along often. This 1,110.9± acre offering is designed for buyers who want immediate income, operational efficiency, and long-term flexibility—whether you’re expanding a row-crop footprint, placing capital in productive Iowa farmland, or building a multi-use ownership position that balances production with recreation. The foundation of this portfolio […]
Midwest Farmland Values in 2026 – What Landowners Need to Know
Midwest farmland values continue to show long-term strength and resilience as we enter 2026, even in the face of softer grain margins and economic headwinds. According to the January 2026 Benchmark Farmland Report, farmland across eight Midwest and Plains states remains historically strong, supported by tight land supply, financially stable buyers, and continued producer demand. […]
Marketing Farmland Across Multiple States: Challenges and Strategies
At Whitaker Marketing Group, we work every day to connect sellers with the right buyers for their farmland. However, while marketing a single property in one county comes with its own considerations, expanding farmland sales across multiple states introduces a new level of complexity. Moreover, from understanding local regulations to navigating different buyer expectations, marketing […]
Transitioning CRP Land Back to Row Crop Farming
If you’ve ever managed land in Iowa, you know the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) isn’t just a government acronym—it’s been a big part of the farm landscape for a long time. CRP’s done a heap of good, whether that’s holding soil in place, cleaning up water, or just giving pheasants somewhere to roost. But CRP […]
