Blog Post By: Casey Orr, land agent (785) 620-7121 Over the last decade, land prices in Kansas have experienced significant fluctuations, reflecting various economic factors, agricultural market conditions, and regional differences. According to the Kansas Agricultural Land Values and Trends report from Kansas State University, overall, agricultural land values in Kansas have seen a steady increase...

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Cashing out of Colorado to achieve the old American dream Sometime around 2015 I started getting various calls from Colorado residents inquiring about rural property in Kansas. It didn't occur to me at first that this was the start of a new migration from population centers to rural areas. How did Colorado real estate values get so high? Real estate values in and around Colorado and especially...

Buying the Farm: Farmland Real Estate Investment 101 NOTE: Since the end of WWII farmland in the US has steadily risen in value for every year except four (1983, 1985, 1986, 1987) Making the case for an investment in farmland: Buying and owning farmland or rural real estate is easier than most people think. Farmland real estate, as an investment class, is much easier to research and understand...

Kansas Land Values by County; A report from Kansas State University Each year Dr. Mykel Taylor, professor of Ag Economics at Kansas State University analyzes county-level estimates for 2017 Kansas land values for irrigated and non-irrigated cropland, and pasture. The full report can be found online at www.agmanager.info. The value of Kansas cropland and pasture land has been changing rapidly...

Kanopolis Lake Real Estate | Country Homes, Cabins & Land For Sale Kanopolis Lake real estate is a rare and desirable commodity in the Midwest. Smoky Hills vistas, unique sandstone rock formations, productive grassland prairies and abundant recreational opportunities drive the popularity of the area and keep real estate opportunities in short supply. Completed in 1948,...

NOTE: This blog is not intended to provide or offer financial or tax advice. If you are looking to utilize the 1031 tax code it is highly recommended that you consult your tax professional or a qualified 1031 intermediary for assistance and clarification as to your specific use. In dealing with farm and conservation land transactions, commercial real estate transactions and investment real estate...

“What you get for the money” - Buying Kansas Land Buying Kansas land is an extremely attractive investment because it is valuable to a number of buyers for many different reasons. Buying Kansas land can be complicated and is capital intensive however, history has demonstrated that land ownership can be an extremely rewarding investment over time. Buying Kansas land is a process and because there are...

ORGANIC FARMING FOR WILDLIFE: As a wildlife habitat and land consultant I teach landowners the importance of biodiversity and using what the land itself is capable of generating and harvesting instead of trying to inject foreign practices or absurd gimmicks into the ecosystem.  To sustain and improve habitat conditions on farms I recommend methods such as using the local landscape, native vegetation,...

The Outdoor and recreation enthusiasts who visit Mitchell County, Kansas each year know Waconda Lake as the state's third largest reservoir and Glen Elder State Park as one of the top spots for camping, fishing and family outings.  What many don't know is the rich history and romantic legend of the Waconda Springs that rests deep in the Kansas water. Thousands of people visit Waconda Lake and...