Farmland Owner? Here’s What to Do If Your Kids Live Out of State
Farmland owners whose children live out of state should prioritize estate planning, clear legal documentation, and defined management strategies. Proactive planning—including trusts, leasing arrangements, and professional farm managers—protects the land’s value and reduces conflict among heirs across different states. More American families face this reality every year: the family farm stays rooted in the Midwest […]
Is Buying Farmland Risky? Why It’s a Secure Investment
Buying farmland is one of the most secure investments available. Land is finite—they aren’t making any more of it—and it pairs steady income from rent and crop sales with strong protection against inflation. With sound location choices and proper management, farmland offers stability that few other assets can match. Many buyers hesitate before purchasing farmland. […]
Iowa Farmland Market Update: July 11–17, 2026
Iowa Land Auction Results Show Continued Strength for High-Quality Farmland The Iowa farmland market remained active during the week of July 11–17, 2026, with buyers continuing to compete for productive tillable farms across the state. While values varied significantly based on soil quality, location, and farm characteristics, well-maintained, high-CSR farms continued to command premium prices. […]
Why Some Farms Sell for More Than Expected
Some farms sell above asking price because their value goes beyond acreage. Location near urban centers, unique infrastructure, development potential, market scarcity, and emotional or lifestyle appeal can all push prices higher. Buyers pay a premium when a property offers more than just farmable land. Farm properties hold a special place in the real estate […]
Why Choose Whitaker Marketing Group?
If you’re looking to sell land with Whitaker Marketing Group, you’re choosing a team that specializes in farmland, recreational property, hunting land, and rural real estate throughout Iowa and the Midwest. We help landowners achieve successful sales through both traditional listings and competitive auctions. Our team uses professional photography, drone imagery, targeted digital advertising, direct […]
Iowa Farmland Market Update: July 4–10, 2026
Iowa Farmland Market Update | July 4–10, 2026 The Iowa farmland market remained active during the week of July 4 through July 10, 2026, with several notable land sales recorded in Poweshiek County. The week’s transactions included productive tillable farmland, Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) acres, and recreational land with lake frontage. Although only a handful […]
Iowa Farmland Auction Results: June 27 – July 3, 2026 Market Update
Iowa farmland auction results are relatively light during the week of June 27 through July 3, but the sales that did occur continued to highlight the market’s preference for high-quality tillable land. While several recreational and pasture tracts changed hands, productive cropland once again commanded the strongest values, with premium farms exceeding $13,000 per acre. […]
How to Make Your Farm More Attractive to the Next Buyer
To make your farm more attractive to buyers, prioritize enhancing visual appeal, modernizing farm infrastructure, and organizing your financial documents. Updating equipment and proving sustainable practices will maximize your land’s value, ensuring a smoother transaction and a higher final sale price. Selling Midwestern farmland is a major financial milestone, especially when planning for retirement or […]
Why is Farmland America’s Most Unique Asset?
Farmland investment continues to attract farmers, landowners, and investors because it combines a finite, tangible asset with consistent income generation and long-term appreciation. Unlike stocks or residential real estate, farmland offers stability, inflation protection, and the ability to generate income while increasing in value over time. Owning Midwestern farmland is completely different than holding residential […]
How Farm Auctions Have Changed Over Time
Quick Answer Farm auctions have evolved from local, in-person events into highly targeted digital and hybrid sales that attract buyers from across the country. Today’s auction technology helps landowners reach more qualified buyers, increase competition, improve transparency, and maximize farmland value. The Evolution of the Farm Auction Selling farmland has always been a major financial […]