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Land Trends and Value Survey Reports Slight Decrease in Iowa Farmland Values
The Land Trends and Value Survey, presented by the Iowa Farm and Land Chapter #2 REALTORS Land Institute, reported a 1.2% decrease on a statewide average for the March 2025 to September 2025 time period. This follows the September 2024 to March 2025 time period that showed a 1.0% decrease, giving us a 12-month decrease of 2.2% for the State of Iowa on tillable acres. After rapid increases in values in 2021 and 2022, the land market has continued its sideways trend through much of 2025. Timberland (down 0.8%) followed the trend of tillable acres, while Pastureland acres have been able to post gains of 3.3% the last six months.
Survey respondents described the market as stable, despite downward movements in corn and soybean prices in recent months. Lack of inventory is helping hold land values firm, along with the expectation for an above-average crop for most of Iowa this fall and strong cattle prices. Res...
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Crisp Weather Adventures to Enjoy This Fall
With crisp weather and beautiful foliage, fall is a great time to explore all of the natural beauty our area has to offer. With so many beautiful trails and well-maintained parks, it's easy to enjoy your favorite outdoor activities, such as hiking, jogging, biking, kayaking, and more. With rolling greenways and proximity to the Mississippi River, there is no shortage of scenic landscapes. If you're ready to head outside and start exploring the great outdoors, our real estate agents have made a list of recommendations.
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Why Homebuying Is Becoming More Affordable This Fall
For the past couple of years, many homebuyers have struggled to make the numbers work. Home prices rose quickly, mortgage rates climbed, and affordability became a major challenge. As a result, a lot of buyers pressed pause on their plans.
But there's good news. If you've been waiting for a better time to re-enter the market, affordability is finally showing signs of improvement this fall.
Mortgage Payments Are Coming Down
According to the latest Redfin data, the typical monthly mortgage payment is now about
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Why More Homeowners Are Downsizing and Buying Their Next Home Mortgage-Free
If you've been thinking about downsizing to lower expenses, move closer to family, or simplify your lifestyle, there's a growing trend you'll want to know about: more homeowners are purchasing their next home outright—with no mortgage and no monthly housing payment.
A Record Number of Mortgage-Free Homeowners
According to a recent analysis of U.S. Census data by ResiClub, more than 40% of owner-occupied homes in the U.S. are mortgage-free—an all-time high. That means 4 in 10 homeowners own their homes completely free and clear.
One big reason?
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Best Apple Orchards & Pumpkin Patches in Eastern Iowa to Visit This Fall
The Fall season is here! We don't know about you, but we can smell the spiced apples and pumpkins already! No matter where you are in the eastern Iowa area, there are plenty of patches and orchards to stock up on farm-fresh apples and pumpkins. Depending on where you go, you can pick up renowned local fall specialties as well: pumpkin spice donuts, fresh apple cider, apple butter, and so much more! It's a great seasonal way to spend time with loved ones and to get outside for some fresh air before the cool weather starts to set in. Hope to see you out there!
Burlington Area
Appleberry Orchard: All your favorite fall squash, ripe for the picking! In addition to an apple orchard and a petting zoo housed in their historic barn. Satisfy that sweet toot...
