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Learn what influences Minnesota farmland value, including soil quality, drainage tile, crop yields, tillable acres, location, and productivity.

Moving from a longtime home or family farm? Jen Busch covers family talks, health signs, housing options, keepsakes and selling with care in SE MN.

Eight Minnesota farmland auction tracts sold in October 2026 at $6,100 to $19,700 per acre (median $9,350), including Winona County at $15,200.

What a Minnesota Crop Productivity Index (CPI) rating means for farmland, why it should be measured on tillable acres only, and how to check it.

Learn common real estate terms for buying and selling homes, farms, and land in Southeast Minnesota.

Learn how to improve curb appeal and attract homebuyers in Rochester, MN, and Southeast Minnesota with these practical home-selling tips.

Kasson REALTOR Jennifer Busch's winter home safety checklist: dryer vents, furnace and LP service, fireplaces, wood stoves and CO detectors.

2026 Minnesota land market trends in Rochester and Olmsted County for buyers and sellers.

2024 farmland sold for about $11,608/acre in Dodge, $11,104 in Olmsted and $8,497 in Fillmore County, MN. See 2026 trends plus CRP, tile and soil fact

Discover Southeast Minnesota farm and rural real estate expertise with Jen Busch of United Country Midwest Home & Farm Realty.

How a family trust sold 163 acres of CPI 95+ farmland in Butternut Valley Twp, MN at auction for its target price, plus how trust land sales work.

A 147-acre cropland farm south of Lanesboro, MN with a CPI above 85 went under contract 10 days after listing. See how we prepped access and marketed

How one family bought a for-sale-by-owner home in Chatfield, MN, then sold their Red Wing ranch to a buyer who was the perfect match. See how it worke

A 3-bedroom as-is fixer-upper and the lot next door in Hammond, MN drew several offers, and one buyer bought both in 12 days. See how we marketed them

Leasing out your Minnesota farm? Tips on cash rent vs. crop share, flexible leases, notice rules, fertility, tile, hunting rights and what to ask for.

How a 282.95-acre Gaylord, MN farm sold by online auction in three tracts to two buyers for out-of-state sellers, with tips for selling farmland from

How a live auction drew 15+ registered bidders for 111 acres of CPI 93.1 farmland near Hope, MN, plus how live farmland auctions work step by step.

How a 421-acre Moon family farm near Byron, MN sold to The Nature Conservancy in 2022 and became Moon Valley WMA, plus how conservation land sales wor

Discover the long-term benefits of homeownership, including building equity, financial stability, and finding homes, farms, and acreage in Minnesota.

Compare city and country living in Southeast Minnesota. Explore the benefits of each lifestyle and find homes, farms, and acreage near Rochester, MN.

What to consider when buying farmland in Southeast Minnesota, from soil quality to long-term value.

Discover the best places to see fall colors, things to do, and communities to explore in Rochester, MN and Southeast Minnesota this autumn.

Learn how to prepare your farm or acreage for sale in Southeast Minnesota and attract qualified buyers.

Explore Rochester, MN housing market trends for 2026, including home prices, inventory, buyer demand, mortgage rates, and tips for buyers and sellers.

Discover Hayfield, MN real estate, including homes, farms, acreage, and rural land in the heart of southeastern Minnesota.

Explore living in Oronoco, MN, including its small-town charm, outdoor recreation, and convenient location near Rochester.

Discover Kasson, MN—a welcoming small town near Rochester with homes, farms, land, recreation, and convenient access to southeastern Minnesota.

Discover Owatonna, MN, and explore its real estate, attractions, and small-town charm.

Key questions to ask before buying a country home in Southeast Minnesota, from acreage and utilities to rural property needs.

Planning a move to Rochester, MN? Learn about neighborhoods, communities, schools, outdoor recreation, and real estate opportunities.

A simple guide to understanding closing costs, who pays them, and what buyers and sellers can expect during a real estate transaction.

A guide on how road access, utilities, and zoning affect land value for buyers and sellers in Southeast Minnesota.

Explore the top summer activities that make Rochester, MN, a great place to live and enjoy the outdoors.

A complete guide to buying a home in Southeast Minnesota.

Learn why acreage properties in Southeast Minnesota offer space, privacy, and a unique country lifestyle.

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