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Common Myths About Farmland Value in Missouri
 January 28, 2026
 Land Values   Industry Insights 

Learn the most common misconceptions about farmland value in Missouri. Understand how soils, location, improvements, rents, and market data truly influence value beyond simple price-per-acre rules.

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Understanding Conservation Easements: Benefits, Programs, and Property Valuation
 August 19, 2025
 Land Values   Land Management 

Learn how conservation easements work, their tax benefits, key USDA programs, and how they impact agricultural property valuations in transitional markets.

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The Power of Networking
 September 25, 2024
 Real Estate   Agriculture   Industry Insights 

Go, Dog. Go! This classic children’s book written by P.D. Eastman was my daughter’s favorite book. She loved the pictures of colorful dogs franticly racing from one place to another, seemingly without any purpose. Some days a career in rural appraisal can feel very similar. Running from property inspections, market research, meetings, classes, verifying sales, and writing appraisal reports, can make it feel like we are running in circles.

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Overview of National Trends on Local Markets
 March 14, 2023
 Land Values 
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Do Your Due Diligence
 March 22, 2022
 Land Values 
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Licensing & Accreditation
 August 18, 2021
 Real Estate 
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Uncertainty
 December 30, 2020
 Land Values 
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The Rising Popularity of Rural Living
 August 31, 2020
 Real Estate 
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