Peoples Perspective

Peoples Company unveils our fifth annual National Land Values Report featuring data-driven research on current farmland values across the nation, trends that may impact future values, and practical stories from around the country.

The Section 1031 like-kind exchange is a powerful tool used by business owners, investors and others to transition real property assets into new assets that may more appropriately meet their needs. When exchanges occur near year-end, the following exchange-related issues and planning matters should be kept in mind.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries across the United States, driving innovation and efficiency like never before. However, this rapid integration of AI technologies comes with a significant impact on energy demand. As AI-powered applications become more prevalent—from data centers to autonomous vehicles—their energy consumption is increasing at an unprecedented rate. Understanding how AI influences energy demand is critical to addressing its challenges and seizing opportunities for a sustainable energy future.

Please join Peoples Company for the latest installment of our webinar series "The Power of Energy Management: Unleashing Potential" with speakers Buford Boyd Pollett, Jackson Frailey, Anna Buongiorno, and Matt Autry.

When it comes to selling land, particularly agricultural property, selecting the right brokerage can make all the difference in achieving your goals. While generalist or residential-focused brokerages might occasionally list farmland, partnering with a specialized agricultural brokerage like Peoples Company offers unparalleled advantages for landowners.

The appraisal team at Peoples Company was able to track 223 tracts or 22,530 acres sold at public auction in Iowa during November 2024. The average dollar per acre was $12,090, the average dollar per tillable acre was $13,949, and the average dollar per CSR2 was $180.

While corn and soybeans dominate the landscape, it is easy to overlook the small, yet active logging industry found across the Midwest. Iowa alone has 2.1 million acres of woodlands, where local loggers harvest common species ranging from oak and walnut along the Mississippi River to maple and cottonwood in the state’s interior. Logging as a niche market in the larger agriculture industry generates a $5 billion impact on Iowa’s economy.

The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) provides comprehensive analyses and projections of the nation's energy landscape. Recent reports highlight significant trends and forecasts across various energy sectors, reflecting the dynamic nature of energy production, consumption, and policy in the United States.

In the highly competitive real estate market, first impressions matter. With more buyers and investors turning to online platforms to discover properties, the visual presentation of a listing can make all the difference. High-quality imagery, mapping, and videography are no longer optional add-ons but essential tools for attracting potential buyers. These tools provide a deeper understanding of the property, build emotional connections, and ultimately drive faster and higher-value sales. Let’s explore how these elements work together to elevate real estate listings, especially when dealing with properties like farmland, large estates, or development tracts.

For our next webinar in the Landowner Insights series, Steve Bruere and Hunter Norland join Dr. Dave Muth with Peoples Company Capital Markets.