Deciding what to do with your agricultural land, whether working farmland, or unused, raw farmland, is not easy. 

The good news is, there is a powerful tax-advantaged investment strategy for landowners to aid in transfer of wealth, maximizing income potential, and preserving your family's legacy. Land-based 1031 exchanges allow for the deferral of capital gains tax on the sale of agricultural land or real assets with the reinvestment of sale proceeds in passively-managed, income-producing real estate. In fact, approximately 30% of all agricultural transactions involve a 1031 exchange.1 

Learn what innovative landowners, farmers, and ranchers are considering when thinking about "what to do with the farm."

Approximately 30% of all agricultural transactions involve a 1031 exchange

 

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Planning Ahead: Navigating Your Land Ownership & Family Legacy

 

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About This Guide

Deciding what to do with agriculture land, whether its working farmland or unused, raw land, is a big decision. Most landowners have invested extensive amounts of money, time and memories into the property. So, when the time comes to say goodbye to all or part of the land, there are a few things to keep in mind. Download our free guide to learn how it may be possible to defer capital gains taxes by reinvesting proceeds in a 1031 exchange.

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Real Estate

Real estate investments have the potential to help generate retirement income and build long-term wealth to pass on to heirs.

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Tax Deferral

A Section 1031 exchange can help you transition to another real estate investment while deferring capital gains taxes.

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Passive Possibilities

If you’re ready for a less stressful form of real estate ownership, consider a passive strategy.

1 Federation of Exchange Accommodators which is the National Organization for Qualified Intermediaries