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Deciding whether to set up your land purchase in a Limited Liability Company (LLC) or a corporation involves several considerations, including liability protection, tax implications, management structure, and long-term goals.

Find out when a new survey is required for a land loan and the costs associated with surveying.

Discover eight things to consider about current leases when applying for a farm land loan.

Discover five factors that impact upfront costs for a land loan, six factors that impact closing costs, and see an example calculation.

Let's unpack who determines restrictions and requirements, potential challenges, and five steps to take for due diligence before you make a farmland purchase.

If you’re renting the land you farm on, the decision of whether to continue renting or purchase farm land is likely never too far from your mind.  But how do you know when the time is right to make the change?

Calculating your cash rent equivalent (CRE) can help you determine whether it’s the right time for you to make a farmland purchase by helping to compare the cost of land ownership to the cost of renting.

If you’re a farmer who rents the land you operate on, the decision of whether to continue renting or purchase farm land is likely never too far from your mind.  How do you know when the time is right to make the change?

When purchasing farmland, it’s important to consider not just the cost of the property itself but also the interest rate. It’s not easy to time the market, but you should aim to purchase or refinance when mortgage rates are low.