Give Thanks in All Circumstances

March 9, 2022

My Grieving Journey:

It’s been almost 12 years (in July) since my mom gained her angel wings. At the time I was only 14 and was angry at God that he took my mom from me. I knew she was so sick and in pain from her cancer that it was a relief that she didn’t have to struggle anymore. Back then I didn’t know how much grief would still affect me today.

Now an almost 26 year old, I think about her more than ever. I struggle with the fact that she’s not here for my big life moments like graduation, my wedding, seeing me grow up but I truly think she sees me every day and is helping shape me into the woman I am still today. She is still my mom and I want to continue our mother-daughter bond.

Growing up Motherless

I always felt like I had to grow up fast and take care of my family more when she was sick. My younger sister was only 10. I really had to step into the shoes of my mom and provide my sister as much loving support as possible that my mom would’ve given her if she was still here. I know she watches over both of us and Dad but there’s something about her physical presence not being her that hurts.

I’m often jealous of the girls that still can call up their mom for advice and see them. I know I can do the same by writing and praying to her but it’s not the same.

I am so thankful to have a mom that still cares about me and wants me to succeed. She often answers my prayers and still supports me in a more unique way. I know someday we will be reunited and that I’m meant to share my story and keep living life!

Dealing with Grief

Grief is different for everyone. When I was just a teenager, I was so busy caught up with high school life that I’m not sure if I really processed grief. I know that I had bad days, cried, and wished she was still here but now more than ever I’m grieving more. I think it’s with age and realizing how precious life is. You’re not guaranteed tomorrow. Therefore, be happy! Give thanks to God through the good times and the bad. He has a plan for all of us and utilize each day to show his love.

Re-Connecting with my Faith

One thing I really have been missing is going to church. I’ve avoided it and made excuses since high school and college and now adult life. I’ve gone a few times by myself or with my sister but I really miss going with my mom. It was something us girls did and I wish I appreciated it more now that I can’t walk into church with her. It’s hard going to a church by yourself and especially a new one. I’m so thankful a friend reached out inviting me to go to church where I live now. I really think it will help me during my healing journey and also filling out my weekly prayer journal to re-connect my faith.

I’ve seen other young adults share their story of how they were able to connect with God’s message and I want to do the same. I think a lot of people can connect with the fact that we blame God when something bad happens especially when he takes a loved one. We question why? Why now? Why so young? We may never know the answer but trusting him and thanking him for the memories and experiences you had with that person can help.

Don’t forget to share their story and talk about your loved ones often. I’m starting to open up more about my mom and when I see others struggling, I try to help and connect. It sucks that someone else is going through the grieving process because you know how much it hurts but sharing stories and your experience might help them.

“New Normal” Life

You never know what someone is truly going through. The happiest person can have so much grief and depression hidden inside of them. I was told that it appears that I’ve been handed an easy life because I come off across that way but in reality, they know my story and understand the pain I’ve been through.

Life is not all sunshine and rainbows. Just because it might appear that someone has their life together doesn’t mean they do. Don’t assume anything. Especially since someone can lose their loved one and then have to act like nothing happened the next day and return back to their normal life when deep down, they are not okay. What you don’t get taught is that once their gone they’re gone and YOUR life still continues. You have to find your “new normal”.

I remember leaving the hospital the night my mom passed and we still had to drive home and go to bed like nothing happened. That is just mind blowing. The world doesn’t stop for you. It keeps going and you have to keep pushing. My mom often said the quote, “Just Keep Swimming” which I remind myself to do frequently.

Moving Forward

With time, it does get a little easier. I’m finally able to open up about my grieving journey. Yes, it might feel like every day is hard at the beginning but you slowly start living your life again and realize you are here for a purpose. God isn’t ready for you yet even though the pain you are feeling is almost unbearable. You are meant to enjoy life and know you have angel/s watching over you helping you through the process.

So, for now, I’ll continue to feel my feelings of grief and welcome my angels to help me. Anger will set it somedays, but they are few compared to the good happy days. I’m excited to re-connect with the Lord and thank him for circumstances he has put me through. I am strong because of him.

Take care friends,

Rachel

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What To Do When You Lose Motivation:

January 10, 2022

Ufta! Hello Monday! It’s 10:30 in the morning and I’ll admit my motivation to do anything is just not there. I’m having an off day and my mind feels blank. I know I have plenty to work on but even typing this is a struggle. Pretty sure I could just stare out my office window all day and listen to some peaceful mediation music and be just fine.

I don’t know if it’s because I feel over-whelmed with all the goals and projects I want to accomplish in 2022, or just because I’m human and somedays the motivation just isn’t there.

Finding Motivation

So, what am I going to do about it? I know I don’t want to be non-productive all day and stare at my computer and do nothing. I’ve already had some coffee from my DreamDirt Yeti, got ready for the day (yes – dressed, hair and makeup done even though I work from home), journaled, and sorted through emails.

My next step to finding motivation was to type this blog. I did so well last week writing blogs each day. Click here to read one I wrote about our old farmhouse. Which the TikTok video is still getting views. It’s past 75,000 views now!

A book I’ve been reading, The Visual Sale by Marcus Sheridan, is sitting on my desk. Once I pick it up, I know it’ll spark ideas and inspiration! I’ve been working on making a farmland seller online course with videos and looking forward to getting that published soon on our website!

Iowa Farmland Videos

Making videos is typically out of people’s comfort zone. I know that I’ve pushed myself and have grown since making video content. I love being able to connect with others on TikTok and my YouTube channel. If you’re interested in learning more about Iowa Farmland Prices, check out my short videos!

On my to-do list today, I want to do a re-cap video of land auction results from last week and do a few more county level videos. It’s my goal to talk about each county in Iowa and what the average farmland price is and the percent increase in land value from 2020 to 2021.

Dance Party Motivation

If you’re a Grey’s Anatomy fan like myself, you know random dance parties also help. Think I’ll raise my standing desk, put on some pump up music, do some crazy dance moves and get the blood flowing! Meanwhile, Dude my golden retriever, is snuggled up on a blanket snoring. He might have to join my dance party….

Here’s to finding motivation and pushing through this Monday!

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An Inheritance is a Gift Not an Entitlement

January 7, 2022

While cleaning out our office desk at the farm, I came across a piece of paper with my grandma’s handwriting on it saying, “An inheritance is a gift, not an entitlement.”

I’ve been thinking all week about that phrase and how I can apply it to my own life. Being a farmland auctioneer and land agent, time and time again I’ve seen the greatest number of tears, arguments, and confusion come from inheriting parent’s personal possessions and property. Especially when inheriting the family farm with siblings and family members.

Inheriting the Family Farm

My Grandma Hoy passed away in December of 2020. My father inherited the family farm since he is the only survivor (besides my sister, half-brother, and I). Even though there were no fights over settling her estate due to only going to one heir, I can’t help but think what it would’ve been like if my dad’s brother was still alive. It makes me sad when I see families torn apart after their parents pass due to fighting over their inheritance gifts. It may surprise you but it happens more often than you think! Especially if there is already tension between siblings.

I’m extremely lucky and grateful for having a family farm! In 1944,mMy great-grandpa Ed bought our farm in Redfield, IA. My family has worked hard to keep it in the family ever since. My grandpa Hoy was the youngest of his siblings. After returning back from serving fro our country, my great-grandpa sold the farm to him. In 1958, my grandparents got married and two years later had my dad – a baby boomer. In 1964, is when my uncle was born but he passed away when he was 20.

I’ve seen my dad and grandparents work 24/7 on our farm. I can’t help but think what my life would’ve been like if I didn’t grow up as a farm kid. Agriculture has always been a big part of my life and my dream is to keep the family farm going. From the disputes I’ve seen between co-heirs, it makes me nervous for what will happen (God willing) when the farm is passed on to my younger sister, half-brother, and I. We all get along so extremely well currently! I don’t think the farm would ever tear us apart, but it’s always good to talk to one another about what will happen and Dad’s wishes for us.

Inheriting the Farm with Siblings

How to sell the family farm

Between my siblings, I’m the most involved on the farm. My half-brother lives in North Carolina with his family and my sister doesn’t have the passion like I do for livestock and agriculture – which is okay! However, I do want them to enjoy the family farm and inheritance just as much as me without any fights. My half-brother and I often talk now about how we will do anything to keep the farm going. He loves riding dirt bikes, hunting, and having a place to escape and be free. This all makes my worries of ever fighting over the farm low.

Continuing the Family Farm After Inheritance

We are in the process of making sure Dad’s will is detailed. It will describe the roles and responsibilities of my siblings and I’s part of the farm after he passes. This will ensure the family farm continues and how we will receive his inheritance.

Talking about wills and what will happen after your parents’ pass is no one’s idea of fun. However, a well-planned, well-executed will can prevent family conflicts after a loved one passes. Again, FAMILY FEUDS OVER INHERITANCE HAPPENS MORE OFTEN THAN YOU’D LIKE TO SEE!

For many, it is not all about the money. Some are okay with having memories of their parent’s belongings. Others will argue over china sets, photo albums, tractors, and more. These fights are ugly and can split families forever unfortunately. You don’t think it will happen to your family and loved ones until it comes down to deciding who gets what and greed that sets in.

Arguments over inherited items and property can last for well over a year. I’ve seen this first hand as a farm real estate agent and auctioneer. Many of the fights are not over the items and land itself but working out old issues with each other and sibling rivalries.

You can easily picture siblings say things like “sibling a has always walked all over us” or “sibling b has always gotten the better deal”. It’s so expensive to fight these family disputes over family possession in court. Some people wind up spending MORE on legal fees than the estate is even worth.

Farm Estate Planning

Dying without a will or with a poorly drawn will can produce some truly awful results for your family. Even worse, your money and property can wind up in the wrong hands or in unexpected hands. How can you avoid these difficulties? I recommend hiring an experienced estate attorney to draft a comprehensive will. Iowa State University also has great resources for estate planning which can be found here.

Aging parents should ask their children what things they want most. Then make a hand written addendum to the will, bequeathing the most financially or sentimentally valuable items to specific individuals. Heirs might not get exactly what they want, but allowing people to speak their piece goes a long way towards PRESERVING family ties after the surviving parent passes away.

An inheritance is a gift not an entitlement. It’s not something you should take for granted. Those who do, can get themselves into deep financial trouble and cause long term family fights. Wills, lawyers, and deceased parents do not shatter family bonds. Survivors do or don’t depending on which they value more their brothers and sister or dollars and property.  

Inheritance Problems with Farmland

If you’re struggling with co-heirs over inherited farm real estate, reach out. I understand the situations you might be in and can provide some relief. I also provide tips on how to sell the family farm. If that is your goal and wishes you can read more here. Feel free to contact me with questions by emailing me at Rachel@DreamDirt.com or call me at 515-954-8063.

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Just Keep Swimming

January 6, 2022

If you have ever watched the Disney movie, Finding Nemo, you know the line Dory keeps repeating, “Just Keep Swimming”. For some reason, my mom feel in love with this short motivational phrase. She used it as a reminder to “Just Keep Swimming,” during her fight against Breast Cancer.

The reason this popped in my head this morning is because, one thing that makes me happy is drinking out of my Mom’s breast cancer Longaberger Horizon of Hope coffee cup! I had it sitting right next to my water cup that one of my best friends from college gave me. Which says, “Just Keep Swimming”.

It’s What You Do on the Bad Days

You’re going to have bad days, but it’s how and what gets you through bad days is important.

Is it alcohol, drugs, staying in bed, ignoring family members, criticizing everything going wrong in your life, and anything else doing more harm to you?

Or is it meditating, journaling, eating fresh fruit and vegetables, face-timing a friend, working out, getting ready for the day, getting outside for a walk, and doing small things that make you happy for the day and motivate you to have a fresh start tomorrow?

Are you Pessimistic or Optimistic?

Many of my friends would agree that I’m a pessimistic person. I’ve always been the glass is half empty type of person and point out what’s bad in life. I can be brutally honest, straight forward, and will speak what’s on my mind. They’ve called me out on it and I’ve realized how bad I react to things now. I want to blame it on my mom’s cancer and how bad things happen to good people. It sucks and I’ve seen sickness and death first hand. Many of my friends and other family members haven’t. I was only 14 when my mom passed away. Even though I kept getting up every day and lived my teenager life, the pessimism grew in me.

The image of my grandfather, my mom’s dad, pounding on the hospital wall saying “Why God? Why did you take her” flashes in my brain.

I often think the same thing. Why did God take my mom out of my life and others, at age 46? She was so young and I still had a lot to learn from her.

Just Keep Swimming…..

So, do you see where the pessimistic side of me came from? Now that I realize that, I’m working on having a more positive outlook in life. I’m starting to enjoy the things that make me happy that are motivating and non-toxic. Earlier this week I wrote a blog with goals for 2022 and my action steps to help me. Read more here.

If you’re struggling in life right now, may Dory’s words inspire you to Just Keep Swimming.

I even have a leather bracelet with the phrase engraved in it and wear it when I wake up having a bad day or when I want my mom close by to help me spiritually.

Thursday, January 6th, 2021

Today I am thankful for a warm house, being able to move my body, and seeing family during my cousin’s wrestling meet tonight!

Until tomorrow friends,

Rachel

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This Old Farmhouse

January 5, 2022

Old Farmhouse Decor and Nostalgia

Yesterday, I made a TikTok video about things in our 1900’s old farmhouse that just make sense. I received a lot of interaction and comments on it. Here’s the video.

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Comment if you live in an old farmhouse! #oldfarmhouse #iowa #farmtok #old #toytractors #barncats #farmhousedecor

♬ Che La Luna – Louis Prima
Old farmhouse decor

You can see many people commented saying things along the line of “yup, that looks like my parent’s house or where I grew up”, and “looks homey”. I couldn’t agree more with them! Even though somethings make me laugh like the really old carpet, wood furnace, wood paneling, tractors for décor, basement full of chore clothes, and barn cats that come inside – I can’t thank my family enough for providing me with a farm to grow up on.

Visiting Grandparent’s Iowa Farmhouse

When I was a little girl, I LOVED coming over to grandma and grandpa’s house to the farm. My parents, sister and I lived on a small acreage outside of Adel, IA and the farm is outside of Redfield, IA. I would tag along with my grandparents during the day while my dad was at work and mom was resting or getting chemo treatments for her Breast Cancer. I remember helping with livestock chores and playing in the corn piles. Here’s a photo I recently came across of me and my grandma in the feed shed. My grandma was very active on the farm. She would take me along in the tractor (with my car seat). I believe this is where my love for agriculture stemmed from. My grandpa also had a few bottle calves and lambs. I vividly remember helping him mix bottles and feeding the babies.

There was something about pulling in and out of my grandparents drive that made my heart warm. I was always so excited to walk up to the door and give my grandma a hug on Sunday’s for dinner when I was in my teenage and college years. Also turning around in the car and waving out the window to her as we left to head home to our place by Adel made me smile. I could always count on her hugs and waves goodbye.

Living in an 1900’s Farmhouse

Life is a little different now. December 2020, I hugged my grandma for the last time and the farmhouse became my Dad’s. The move from Adel to Redfield early part of 2021 was extremely hard on my Dad, sister, and I. But the idea of finally living back on the farm excited my Dad. This is where our cows are, crops, and farm equipment. The only updates we did to this old farmhouse was paint the two upstairs bedrooms white instead of the blue color. After recording my TikTok yesterday, I’m starting to think that this house is fine just the way it is. Not many others have the luxury of living in an old farmhouse that their family worked so hard for. I am trying to convince Dad to at least tear up the carpet upstairs since there’s nice hardwood underneath.

Wednesday, January 5th, 2022

I’m really enjoying writing these daily blogs each morning. It’s a great way to start my day and helps me put my thoughts down on paper. Since I work from home as a farmland auctioneer and land agent for DreamDirt, I have to keep myself motivated throughout the work day. These more personal lifestyle blogs help me prepare for the day and encourage me to keep working hard. I do write blogs about farmland in Iowa on our DreamDirt page. You can read the most recent one here.

Hoy Family Farm

To wrap up, even though my last name changed to Tiffany October 9, 2021, I will always be a Hoy. My grandparents farm in Dallas County, IA will always be the Hoy Family Farm. The nickname, “Hoy Boy” will stick with me forever too!

Stay warm out there! Currently only 5 degrees and the wind is brutal.

Love,

Rachel

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Family Farm History

January 4, 2022

Tuesday, January 4th

Woke up to another beautiful sunrise in the farm and thought, “it’s only TUESDAY?”. This is going to be a long week. Then I remembered that I enjoy what I do during the day and it doesn’t have to feel like work. I get to be myself with my job at DreamDirt. Having a flexible schedule is rewarding and I can structure my days how I’d like to accomplish tasks. Yesterday, as a farmland auctioneer and land agent, I wrote a blog about what I think the farmland market will look like in 2022. You can click here if you’d like to read it.

The blog took me a majority of the morning. It’s full of great information about whether or not to sell farmland this coming year while prices are still record breaking high. Took a quick lunch break with Dad and enjoyed some pizza from Casey’s (yes, pineapple does belong on pizza). After lunch, I looked up some names of agriculture attorneys in Iowa that we would like to partner with this year. We are looking to help their clients sell land by auction or listing with our services if needed. Fill out this form to contact me about selling farmland.

Farmland Seller Course

I also worked on editing a video. I recorded a short video about auctions versus listings for my new Farmland Seller Course. Which I hope to release soon! There will be about 10 videos with secrets, tips, and a ton of great information for anyone thinking of selling land! I hope my videos will be helpful for those that enjoy listening or watching videos instead of reading blogs. I tried to keep the videos as short and concise as possible. The majority are only a few minutes long! I address common questions I hear and topics you should understand as a land owner in the videos.

Feeding Cattle on Family Farm During Iowa Winter

Our cows were out of hay already from the bale we gave them Friday. I helped Dad give them another big bale yesterday while it was warm enough for the tractor to start. It made me nervous when I saw the tractor start sliding down the hill on the snow and ice and hoped it wasn’t going to flip over with my Dad in it. Thankfully, it didn’t and he said, “I think it needs new tires”. Yes Dad, please don’t ever scare me like that again and buy some new tires for snow and ice. Here’s a Tik-Tok video of how giving the cows a new bale of hay went!

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It’s the pink and purple pants for me 😆Also had no idea Spuds jumped through the bale ring till I watched my video and what cow knocked my phone down

♬ Stranger – Official Sound Studio
Feeding cattle in Iowa winter

Iowa Farmland Prices per County

I finished out the work day making a list of what I’d like to accomplish this week. I am going to work on making more short videos about farmland prices in Iowa per county. I’ve already started on a few and want to cover all 99 counties!

Hoy Family Farm History

Last night, Dad and I talked more about family history especially on the Hoy side. We were looking through old pictures of my great-grandpa’s family. All the pictures are in black and white and from the early 1900’s. I found out the my great-grandpa Edward Hoy was born in Pennsylvania and moved to Iowa when he was three. He grew up on a farm and went to Iowa State University for college and study agriculture – just like me!

Redfield, IA Farm

In the 1940’s is when my great-grandpa bought the farm in Redfield. It was so cool seeing all the old photos of what our farm looked like back then and the equipment they used and livestock they had. Horses, pigs, and shorthorn cattle all on this farm we still have today. One old barn from the photos is no longer standing. I could make out the majority of our farm in the pictures. My great-grandpa Ed sold the farm to my grandpa Howard Hoy who was the youngest child after he got back home from service. My grandma, Pat Hoy grew up in Earlham, IA and she worked right along with my grandpa running the farm. They were married in 1958 and had my Dad in May 1960 and four years later had my Uncle Tom.

John Deere pedal tractor and wagon

Looking at the old photos made my dad remember that they used to have an old projector that would show slides of pictures. We dug through the attic and found it! I’ve never seen one in my life. It’s an argus 300 projector and the photos we looked through were when my dad was only a few years old. My favorite picture is this one of my Dad and uncle in the yard with a John Deere pedal tractor and wagon which we still have! These types of pictures are so special to me since I was never able to meet my uncle Tom. He sadly passed away in a car accident when he was 20. I’m just now learning more about who he was and what he liked to do.

Vintage Argus 300 Slide Projector

There’s more slides of pictures that we’ll have to dig through and find in the attic. Learning about my family’s farm has been so intriguing and I want to continue raising cattle and growing crops for as long as I can and hopefully see the farm become a century farm!

May you have a blessed Tuesday and stay tuned for more!

Rachel

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Iowa Farm Lease Termination

How to Terminate Farm Tenant and Lease in Iowa

August 20, 2021

Steps to terminating a farm tenant

If you are thinking of selling farmland in Iowa in the upcoming year, it’s best to terminate your farm tenant now! This is because when the farm trades hands after selling, the new owner will now have rights to the next year’s crop. As long if the farm lease has been terminated properly. You can still sell farmland with a tenant. However, it is typically more appealing to farmland buyers if there is not a tenant the year they take possession of the farm. I can help you structure your land auction to provide rent credits and possession rights to the high bidder if you decide to sell during next year’s crop season with a tenant. Follow these easy steps to terminate a farm tenant in Iowa. If you have any questions email me at rachel@dreamdirt.com.

Be aware of September 1st Deadline!

In Iowa, as a landowner you have to give notice to your farm tenant that you are terminating the lease on or before September 1st of the current year. You can either serve the termination by certified mail or in-person directly to the tenant.

Print this Farm Lease Termination Letter from Iowa State Extension to terminate farm tenant

Click on the photo to open pdf document of this farm tenancy termination notice letter. Fill out respected fields and sign.

Mail the letter to current farm tenant through certified mail

Keep your receipt from post office showing proof that you sent by certified mail

Farm Tenancy will end the following March 1st

If you do not meet the September 1st deadline, the farm lease will automatically re-new under the same conditions and terms of your current lease. Once termination has been given on or before September 1st, the tenant will have tenancy possession till March 1st.

Next steps for selling farmland in Iowa

Are you thinking of selling farmland in Iowa? Fill out my questionnaire and get started on learning how to sell your land today!

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Iowa Farmland Auction Prices

June 13, 2021

Here are the auction results from June 7th – 13th in Iowa. Farmland is selling incredibly well for landowners and we are seeing some record high prices! Appears to be many more land auctions coming up the rest of this month. If you’re ready to get started selling your land by auction or listing fill out my questionnaire today!

Buena Vista County, Iowa Farmland Auction

  • Live and online auction held at Old Rembrandt Gym Rembrandt, IA
  • Tract 1
    • 109.94 acres
    • Sold for $11,400/acre
    • 82.1 CSR2
    • $138.86/CSR2
  • Tract 2
    • 112.64 acres
    • Sold for $9,250/acre
    • 79.4 CSR2
    • $116.50/CSR2

Kossuth County, Iowa Farmland Auction

  • Live and online bidding held at Main Street Pub in Bancroft, IA
  • 73.29 acres
  • 97.6% tillable
  • 84.70 CSR2
  • Sold for $15,500/acre
  • $183/CSR2

Shelby and Crawford County, Iowa

  • 619 Acres sold in 4 tracts
  • Live auction held at the Dunlap Livestock Auction in Dunlap, IA
  • Tract 1
    • Sold for $12,400/acre
    • 257.9 acres
    • 97.5% tillable
    • 70.4 CSR2
    • $176.14/CSR2
    • Includes grain binds and outbuildings
  • Tract 2
    • Sold for $12,400/acre
    • 146.96 acres
    • 98.5% tillable
    • 66.8 CSR2
    • $185.63/CSR2
  • Tract 3
    • Sold for $13,400/acre
    • 136.53 acres
    • 98.12% tillable
    • 66.9 CSR2
    • $200.3/CSR2
  • Tract 4
    • Sold for $10,000/acre
    • 77 acres
    • 88% tillable
    • 64.7 CSR2
    • $154.56/CSR2

Jones County, Iowa

  • Live auction held at Lawrence Community Center in Anamosa, IA
  • 55.87 acres
  • 86.9% tillable
  • 86.5 CSR2
  • Sold for $13,0000/acre
  • $150.3/CSR2

Osceola County, Iowa

  • Live auction held at Little Rock Town and Country Club in Little Rock, IA
  • 150.20 acres
  • 95% tillable
  • 95.5 CSR2
  • Sold for $15,0000/acre
  • $157.07/CSR2

Free Resources for Landowners!

I enjoy educating landowners with free resources and providing the materials you need to help answer questions about land values and how to sell. The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach provides valuable information as well! Check out their surveys and reports here! As always, please reach out with any questions you have! I’d be more than glad to answer your call and help you!

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Iowa Farmland Sales Update

May 31, 2021

May 27th – May 31st

Let’s wrap up May Iowa farmland sales! According to, the Land Talker Jim Rothermich, there were 2,418 acres auctioned in May 2021 in Iowa which is more than the last two years in May. More Iowa landowners are looking to sell since prices are strong and high! It’s looking like June will bring many land auctions. I’m guessing the next few months will bring record breaking prices for farmland sales. Check out these recently sold farmland auction prices!

Palo Alto County, IA 80.43 acres Farmland Auction

  • City: Ayshire, IA
  • Live and online auction at: Ayshire Community Center
  • 80.48 acres
  • 97.6% tillable
  • Sold for $11,800/acre
  • 79.1 CSR2
  • $149.18/CSR2

Dallas County, Iowa 149.01 Acres Farmland Auction

  • City: Woodward, IA
  • Online Only Auction
  • 149.01 Acres
  • 94% tillable
  • Sold for $12,500/acre
  • 86.60 CSR2
  • $144.34/CSR2

Cherokee County, Iowa 109.33 Acres Farmland Auction

  • City: Cherokee, IA
  • Live Public Auction held at Cherokee Community Center
  • 109.33 acres
  • 100% tillable
  • Sold for $14,300/acre
  • 95 CSR2
  • $150.53/CSR2

Crawford County, IA 515.42 acres Farmland Auction

  • City: Denison, IA
  • Live auction held at Denison Livestock Auction
  • Sold in 5 tracts
    • Tract 1 – 153.34 acres
      • Sold for $14,500/acre
      • 100% tillable
      • 84.7 CSR2
      • $171.19/CSR2
    • Tract 2 – 61.84 acres
      • Sold for $12,000/acre
      • 75% tillable
      • 73.3 CSR2
      • $163.71/CSR2
    • Tract 3A – 79.74 acres
      • Sold for $11,200/acre
      • 91% tillable
      • 67.2 CSR2
      • $166.67/CSR2
    • Tract 3B – 18.51 acres with CRP
      • Sold for $92,000
    • Tract 4 – 114.74 acres
      • Sold for $7,600/acre
      • 84% tillable
      • 70.4 CSR2
      • $107.95/CSR2
    • Tract 5 – 87.25 acres
      • Sold for $6,800/acre
      • 75% tillable
      • 59.7 CSR2
      • $113.90/CSR2

If you’re curious about selling land and want to learn more – fill out my questionnaire to get started today! Recently, I wrote a blog about 5 ways you can save money when selling farmland that you might be interested in reading too!

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Farmland Update: Week of April 19th – 25th, 2021

April 21, 2021

RECENT FARMLAND MARKET NEWS

In Iowa, there are currently 754 active farmland listings with and average listing price of farmland is $7,546/acre. This week there are two farmland auctions both in Southeast, Iowa. Here are the results from the auctions:

Wednesday April 21st, 2021: 194 acres in Van Buren County, Iowa

  • City: Birmingham, IA
  • Live and Online Public Auction Held at American Legion in Stockport, IA
  • Tract 1 – 102 acres of Farmland
    • Sold for $12,600/acre
    • 98.3% tillable
    • 81.2 CSR2
    • $155.17/CSR2
  • Tract 2 – 92 acres Mixed Used Land
    • Sold for $5,600/acre
    • 60.6% tillable
    • 63.3 CSR2
    • $88.47/CSR2

Wednesday April 21st, 2021: 59.88 acres in Wapello County, Iowa

  • City: Ottumwa, IA
  • On-site Auction
  • Sold for $8,950/acre
  • 91.9% tillable
  • 73.3 CSR2
  • $91.39/CSR2

Farmland Market Survey

The Realtors Land Institute and National Association of REALTORS Research Group released results of their Land Market Survey recently. The survey is done by land realtors from 2020 showing price and sales changes in land.

Results from the survey showed strongest sales and price increases in residential and recreational land:

  • Residential land sales price rose average of 6.8%
  • Recreational land sales price rose average of 3.6%
  • Ranch land sales price rose average of 3.1%

Overall, 3% increase in land sales and land prices rose an average of 2%.

Read more of their article here

Thoughts from Iowa Land Auctioneer, Rachel

With planting season upon us in Iowa, farmers are staying busy in the fields. Good quality farmland is still in high demand and prices are holding strong. Typically, there are fewer auctions as summer months approach and crop is in the ground, but I’m curious what Summer of 2021 will show for the land market.

Can I sell my farmland during the crop season?

Yes, you can still sell farmland during the crop season. I can help you set terms and conditions for your land auction to accommodate selling during the crop season especially if you have a tenant on the farm. I’m already noticing a few land auctions pop up for June and July and we are adding some at DreamDirt! Now is a great time to sell if you’ve inherited land or have thought about selling for the last few years! Get a free quote on what your farm is worth by filling out my form and I will get back to you!

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