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April 11, 2023

How to Determine if Dual Agency is a Good Fit for Your Transaction

“Can you represent me in buying the farm if you are the listing agent?” That is a question that a lot...
March 22, 2023

Worried About Inflation and Volatility? This 'Very Niche' Investment Could Be Right for You

Photo Credit: Getty Images   As inflation and rising interest rates grip the market, farmland remains...
February 27, 2023

What is a 1031 Exchange?

Photo Credit: Getty Images   Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code provides real property owners with a...
December 13, 2022

Why Do We Prorate Expenses at Closing?

As we begin a new year, it is becoming more apparent that real estate continues to grow not only as an asset class...
October 31, 2022

Understanding Certain Nuances of an Agricultural Real Estate Purchase Agreement

Farmland is a unique asset. It is a great hedge against inflation, there are generally fewer issues than...
October 24, 2022

Employing the Right Farmland Broker

For many, making the decision to sell a farmland holding can be extremely difficult, particularly if the property...
September 22, 2022

What Does the Change in Cost of Capital Mean for Farmland?

Reports of high inflation continue to saturate the news, and the effects of the past three years’ monetary...

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August 10, 2022

All About Earnest Money

Earnest money is generally known as a good faith deposit for a transaction. It is the funds a buyer  provides...
April 29, 2022

Seasons of Farmland Ownership When You Need an Appraiser

Spring planting season is here in the Midwest. This is a time of renewed spirit amongst farmers, seeking new...
March 15, 2022

The Closing Disclosure Breakdown

Kalen Ludwig and her team at Peoples Company partner with Settle Up to close their real estate transactions....
February 15, 2022

Maximizing Value: Breaking Properties into Bite-Sized Pieces

** This property is not for sale and is only used as an example Have you ever wondered why real estate...
December 15, 2021

Variety of Clients, Client Requirements, and Scope of Work

In the busy appraisal industry of today, appraisers work with a variety of clients from the simple homeowner to...
August 18, 2021

Licensing & Accreditation

To regain trust in the financial and lending sector of the economy, the United States Congress passed Title XI...
August 2, 2021

Breach of Contract: Is the Deal Dead or On Life Support?

Blog by Lindsey Brown, Land Sales & Cameron Lawler, Staff Attorney One of the most difficult barriers to a...
March 16, 2021

Offers Are Great But Closings Are Better

Imagine going through a tough negotiation with a potential Buyer, spending time and effort to compromise with...
February 2, 2021

Understanding Agency Relationships

Buyers and sellers of real estate are often confused about real estate agency relationships and who agents...
February 1, 2021

Leveraging DSTs in Section 1031 Exchanges

Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code provides real property owners with a major tax-deferral and reinvestment...
August 31, 2020

The Rising Popularity of Rural Living

Living on a farm in rural Michigan most of my life, I’ve enjoyed sunrises over a muck valley, locally grown...