Farm Management
High Point Land Company works with landowners across Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Wisconsin, and neighboring states who need someone local to handle their property. We take care of tenant relationships, field checks, financial records, and maintenance so your land stays productive and holds its value.
Most Iowa farmland these days belongs to people who do not farm it themselves. A lot of these owners inherited the ground or retired from farming years ago. Others bought farmland as an investment. Many live in different states or even just a few counties away. The common thread is that they all want their land performing well, but managing everything from a distance gets complicated. Having someone on the ground who knows the area changes that completely. The High Point Land Company team handles Midwest land for sale, so we understand what buyers look for and how to keep your property competitive if you ever decide to sell.
Services That Keep Your Property Running Right
Annual Farm Oversight
Someone from our company walks your ground during spring, summer, and fall to see how things are looking. Broken tile usually shows up as wet spots in fields that used to drain fine, and catching that early saves you from yield loss and a much bigger repair bill down the road. Tree lines get checked so they do not creep into productive acres. Conservation practices get monitored. Everything gets documented with photos and field reports, so you can see conditions without making the drive yourself.
Tenant and Lease Management
Setting fair rental rates takes knowledge of your local market, soil quality, and what comparable ground is bringing. We negotiate annual lease terms based on CSR2 scores, recent county sales, and actual market data instead of guesswork. Rent collection stays on schedule. Iowa law requires termination notices before September 1st to end a lease for the next crop year, and we handle all paperwork properly so you never miss a deadline that could lock you into another year.
Property Maintenance and Compliance
Erosion strips topsoil fast if nobody is watching. Tile lines break down over time. Conservation structures need upkeep. We inspect drainage systems, boundaries, access drives, and any structures on your property. Needed repairs get coordinated with qualified local contractors and verified when complete. Insurance coverage gets reviewed annually. Conservation compliance stays current, so you avoid issues with USDA programs or county regulations.
Accounting and Financial Reporting
At the end of each year, you get organized accounting summaries showing all income and expenses tied to your property. Everything is already documented for tax preparation, which makes your accountant’s job easier and yours too. Property taxes get paid on time. Rental income gets collected and deposited. Every transaction gets tracked, so you know exactly how your farm performed financially without doing any of the legwork yourself.
Get Expert Insight Into Your Land’s Value
Landowners Getting the Most From This Service
Looking at Your Farm First
The process starts with someone visiting your property to see conditions firsthand. They walk the ground, assess soil quality, look at drainage systems, and evaluate any existing tenant relationships. Field access, boundary lines, and any structures get checked. This visit creates a baseline and identifies anything needing quick attention.
Creating Your Custom Approach
Rental rate recommendations are based on current market data and your soil productivity. We review:
- CSR2 ratings and soil types across your property
- Recent farmland sales in your county
- What comparable ground is bringing for rent
- Commodity prices and input costs affect lease rates
The inspection schedule gets set based on your property’s needs. Reporting timelines, maintenance priorities, and conservation strategies all get worked into the plan. Everything connects back to your specific goals for this land.
Staying Connected Throughout the Year
Field visits occur during spring, summer, fall, and winter, but only when they reveal something useful. Spring checks look at planting and early growth. Summer visits catch drainage problems or issues while there is still time to fix them. Fall visits verify that the harvest is happening correctly and assess any damage. Winter visits review boundaries and plan for the coming season.
You get regular updates about what is happening on your ground without being overwhelmed with constant communication. If something needs your decision, you get the information required to make it.
Reviewing Performance Annually
At the end of each crop season, you receive a complete rundown covering financial performance, field condition updates, tenant evaluation, and recommendations for next year. Rental rates get reviewed against current market conditions. Any changes to the management approach are discussed before the planting season starts.
Unlock Your Land’s Valuation
Working With People Who Know Land
High Point Land Company handles farm sales, appraisals, and management work every day. We know what ground is selling for, what rental rates make sense, and what buyers look for when they evaluate property. This background means your farm gets managed with an eye toward building value over time, not just collecting rent checks. Everyone on our team holds proper licensing across multiple Midwest states with decades of combined experience in agriculture, land sales, and property valuation.
The local connections run deep throughout Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Missouri. When you need a new tenant or work done on your property, we already know who to call. Rental rates get set using real market data tracking commodity prices, input costs, and what neighboring farms are bringing. Ready to talk about your situation? Call us to set up a consultation. We can come look at your farm, explain exactly what gets included in the service, and answer questions specific to your property.