Understanding “In-Kind” Compensation The IRS defines in-kind compensation as payment made in goods or services instead of cash. This can include anything from meals and lodging to crops or livestock. This form of payment provides some advantages to both the employer
When valuing farmland, accuracy is everything. A certified farm appraisal relies on a combination of local knowledge, professional expertise, and—most importantly—market data. But how exactly does market data shape the adjustments an appraiser makes when determining a farm’s value? Let’s
When it comes to farmland, not all appraisers are created equal. Many appraisers know about homes, commercial buildings, or real estate. However, valuing farmland is a special skill. It needs a strong understanding of the land and the agricultural market.
In March 2025, Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen signed LB187 into law. This law brought major changes to Nebraska’s land laws. This law will start on July 1, 2025. Some parts will begin on January 1, 2026. It affects how real
My name is Pat Lentz, Central Iowa Land Specialist with High Point Land Company. I hope everyone is staying dry and keeping cool. We have been seeing some nice rain totals in central Iowa, and the furnace is going to
Hello, my name is Pat Lentz, Central Iowa Land Specialist with High Point Land Company. Today, I’d like to provide a brief market update with a special focus on Story County, Iowa, highlighting why it continues to be a strong
Koby Rickertsen Land Specialist & Broker NE, CO, SD, KS, OK, MO, WI, AR, WY In the world of land use and wildlife policy, few topics spark as much debate as managed grazing in sagebrush country. For many years, people
Pat Lentz Iowa Land Specialist My name is Pat Lentz, Central Iowa Land Specialist with High Point Land Company. Today, I’d like to share a brief market update. I will focus on Franklin County, Iowa. This county remains a strong
Pat Lentz Iowa Land Specialist My name is Pat Lentz, Central Iowa Land Specialist with High Point Land Company. Today, I’d like to share a brief market update. I will focus on Hamilton County. This area remains a strong market
Koby Rickertsen Land Specialist & Broker NE, CO, SD, KS, OK, MO, WI, AR, WY We started before sunrise. Land changes by the hour. By the wind. By the light. And to get it right, you’ve got to be there,
