Whitaker Marketing Group Named Land.com Land Star Top Producer for Q2 2026
Whitaker Marketing Group has been recognized as a Land.com Land Star Top Producer for the second quarter of 2026. The recognition highlights our continued work connecting buyers and sellers of farmland, recreational land, acreages, and other real estate throughout Iowa and the Midwest. For our team, this recognition represents more than a badge. Instead, it […]
How Do I Value an Older Farmstead?
To value an older farmstead, consider the value of the land along with the condition, usefulness, and potential of the house, barns, outbuildings, grain storage, utilities, and other improvements. Location, acreage, access, comparable sales, and the cost of needed repairs can also influence what buyers are willing to pay. For Iowa landowners, valuing an older […]
What Happens If Access to a Farm Changes?
If access to a farm changes, it can affect how the property is farmed, used, valued, and sold. A change involving a road, field entrance, easement, neighboring property, or other access point may create practical or legal concerns. Iowa landowners should understand what type of access they have and address potential issues before selling or […]
How Does a Farmland Auction Work? A Guide for Iowa Landowners
A farmland auction works by marketing agricultural land to potential buyers for a set period and then allowing qualified buyers to compete for the property through bidding. The process typically includes evaluating the farm, choosing an auction method, setting the terms, marketing the property, conducting the auction, signing a purchase agreement, and closing the sale. […]
What to Look for in an Iowa Agricultural Real Estate Broker
The best Iowa agricultural real estate broker combines deep local market knowledge, an understanding of soil quality and water rights, experience with farm succession planning, and a strong network of qualified buyers. Whitaker Marketing Group offers this specialized expertise to help Midwest landowners maximize their land’s value. Selling farmland is one of the most important […]
Who Should I Talk to Before Selling Farmland in Iowa?
Before selling Iowa farmland, consult professionals: an agricultural real estate agent, a tax professional or CPA, an attorney, and a financial advisor. Each plays a distinct role in protecting your interests, reducing tax liability, and maximizing your final sale price. Selling farmland is one of the most significant financial decisions a landowner can make. Unlike […]
Iowa Farmland Auction Results | August 15–21, 2026
Iowa land auctions remained active during the week of August 15–21, 2026, with sales reported across a wide range of counties and land types. The results included highly productive tillable farmland, pasture, recreational ground, CRP acres, and development-oriented properties. During this reporting period, 23 Iowa land sales totaling 2,252.01 acres were recorded in the data. […]
What Does Buyer Activity Tell Us About Iowa Farmland?
Buyer activity in Iowa’s farmland market—including inquiry volume, time-to-offer metrics, and geographic hotspots—reveals critical insights about land values and demand. Sellers who monitor these signals can time their listings strategically and achieve stronger sale prices. Whitaker Marketing Group helps Iowa landowners interpret these trends to maximize results. Farmland doesn’t sit still. The Iowa agricultural land […]
Iowa Land Market Update: July 25–31, 2026
Iowa Farmland Sales Continue to Show Strong Demand Despite Mixed Prices During the week of July 25–31, 2026, Iowa recorded seven reported land sales totaling more than 780 acres. Sale prices ranged from $6,000 per acre to $18,400 per acre, highlighting how land quality, location, wind turbine income, CRP contracts, and recreational potential continue to […]
Iowa Land Auction Report: What July 2026 Land Sales Tell Us
July 2026 demonstrated that Iowa farmland values remain highly dependent on location, land quality, and buyer demand. Sale prices ranged from approximately $4,650 per acre to $18,400 per acre, proving that there is no single “average” value that accurately represents today’s market. If you’ve been following Iowa farmland values, July offered another reminder that every […]