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How Professional Imagery, Mapping, and Videography Elevate a Real Estate Listing

 November 26, 2024
 Real Estate 
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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.

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Investing in Recreational Land: A Guide to Smart Land Purchases

 October 10, 2024
 Real Estate 
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Are you considering investing in land for recreational purposes? Whether you're dreaming of a secluded hunting retreat, a serene fishing spot, or simply a piece of nature to call your own, purchasing recreational land can be a rewarding investment.

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The Power of Networking

 September 25, 2024
 Real Estate   Agriculture   Industry Insights 
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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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Harnessing Multiple Revenue Streams: The Future of Land Investment

 September 9, 2024
 Land Values   Real Estate 
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In an era where sustainability and profitability intertwine, land investment has evolved beyond conventional real estate ventures. Modern investors seek opportunities that not only promise financial gains but also contribute positively to the environment and communities.

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Building Your Portfolio, Building Your Network

 August 14, 2024
 Real Estate 
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In the world of farmland, networking and building a robust portfolio are essential components of success. Whether you're an aspiring farmland investor, a seasoned agricultural professional, or a landowner looking to buy/sell, establishing strong relationships and cultivating a diverse portfolio can open doors to new opportunities and maximize your potential for success. Here are a few strategies for effective networking and portfolio building as it relates to the farmland sector.

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California Farmland Investment in a Dynamic Market

 July 10, 2024
 Land Values   Real Estate 
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California has long been the United States’ most significant agricultural producer in terms of crop diversity and total crop value – its ag exports alone are worth more than the total production of 44 states and California is the only state that generates over 10% of America’s agricultural receipts.

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Farmland as an Inflationary Hedge – What Types of Agriculture Production Should be Considered?

 June 10, 2024
 Real Estate   Land Values   Industry Insights 
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As inflation rates continue to rise in the United States, investors have renewed interest in alternative investment opportunities that can outperform traditional asset classes without sacrificing stability. In 2021, The Land Report named Bill Gates as the top private farmland owner in America, since then investors of all sizes and backgrounds have flocked to the agricultural sector.

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Don't Cut Corners – Lessons from the Farm

 May 13, 2024
 Real Estate 
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It was late on a Friday afternoon during corn harvest years ago, when my father pulled up beside my tractor and wagon. He opened the door of the combine and told me to follow the tractor's path around the field and to not cut through the field because it was too wet.

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Deciphering the Dynamics of the Midwest Land Market

 May 2, 2024
 Land Values   Real Estate 
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At Peoples Company, the question that is heard daily up and down the halls is a simple yet pivotal one: “What is happening in the land market?” In recent years, the answer has been straightforward - an upward trajectory.

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Peoples Company Agents Recognized as Land Star Award Top Producers for 2023

 April 18, 2024
 News & Events   Real Estate 
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Congratulations to Peoples Company agents Matt Adams, Steve Bruere, Adam Crist, and Travis Smock for each winning the coveted Land Star Top Performer Award in the Midwest Region! Their dedication and hard work haven't gone unnoticed, and this award is a well‑deserved recognition of their exceptional achievements in the land real estate market.

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