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Generational Planning Support
Because your land is a legacy formed from generations of commitment and hard work, it requires special consideration when entering the generational planning process. As fourth-generation farmers, we understand the deep connection between families and their land. We have over 45 years of experience helping families–including our own families–navigate the complexities of real estate.
We assist with generational planning through partnerships with financial and legal experts, ensuring a smooth transition and continued prosperity for your loved ones.

Securing Your Family's Legacy
Generational planning requires a unique blend of compassion, multifaceted expertise, the right team of professionals, and strategic decision-making–all of which we will help you navigate in your estate planning process. We’ll work closely with you and our network of experts to develop a plan that honors your heritage and maximizes the value of your land for future generations. Contact us today and receive the peace of mind that you’re preserving your family’s future.

The Expertise Your Succession Plan Needs
Passing your land on to the next generation requires more than just legal documents; it also demands a deep understanding of real estate and family dynamics. Hageman Realty bridges this gap, offering a unique blend of legal understanding, real estate expertise and skilled guidance. Our team understands the intricacies of farmland ownership, including its legal, financial, and emotional significance.
We have the specialized knowledge needed to maximize and protect your asset’s worth for a smooth transition with your family. We’ll guide you through the real estate nuances, from estate planning and tax considerations to land management and future development strategies–all with the end goal of protecting your legacy and honoring your history of connection to the land.
Hageman Realty’s Generational and Estate Planning Support
Considering how to transition your farmland smoothly to the next generation?
We begin by discussing your family’s unique dynamics and your vision for the future of your land. This allows us to create a customized generational plan that addresses your specific needs and goals. We’ll also facilitate reviewing your estate plan annually to make sure it still optimizes tax benefits and legal regulations.
Working with Hageman Realty on your generational plans typically includes some or all of the following services:
Legal and Estate Planning: Securing Your Legacy
Protecting your family’s future starts with careful legal and estate planning. This process involves creating a will, establishing trusts, and designating beneficiaries to ensure your land is passed on according to your wishes. Starting early will help your family avoid the challenges associated with outdated or incomplete wills, unclear ownership structures, and overlooked tax implications. Hageman Realty helps you navigate these complexities with your legal counsel, ensuring a smooth transition and minimizing potential conflicts for your heirs.
Tax Planning: Maximizing Your Estate’s Value
Strategic tax planning is crucial for preserving your family’s inheritance. We consult clients to help navigate complex tax laws, including estate taxes, capital gains taxes, stepping-up in basis, the benefits of 1031 exchanges, and strategizing the most tax efficient timing. Your unique family goals, heirs, estate value, and current and future tax laws all contribute to developing the most advantageous strategy for your estate, which we will design with your best interests in mind. If you want to liquidate the most tax efficient time to sell.
By minimizing your tax burden, you maximize the value of your assets for future generations. We’ll work closely with you to explore financial resources, identifying the right financial experts for your land goals and how to create a tax-efficient plan, helping your family to receive the full benefit of your hard work.
Farm Management Planning: Ensuring Sustained Profitability
A well-structured farm management plan is essential for long-term success. We help you establish a solid foundation for your farm’s future, covering everything from lease negotiations and financial management to land improvement projects and sustainable farming practices. By establishing a clear, agreed-upon farm management plan, you can ensure a smooth transition for the land, clear expectations and a shared vision among your heirs, financial stability and legal compliance for years to come, and a future of continued returns on your investment. We can also help you develop a plan to slowly transition to complete farm management to make it easier for the next generation to maintain your land heritage.
Hageman Realty will make sure you are optimizing operations and maximizing returns, ensuring your land remains profitable and productive for generations to come.
Sale and Value Consulting: From Valuation to Closing
Understanding your land’s true value is essential for making informed decisions about its future. Our expert appraisal services provide accurate valuations based on soil composition, drainage, conservation practices, fertility, and other factors.
As real estate experts, we also guide you through the sales process when selling your land. Hageman Realty will help determine the best method of sale, whether through traditional listings, auctions, or other methods, ensuring you receive the best possible return on your investment and secure a smooth transition for your family.

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Ensure your family’s future is rooted in the land you love. Whether you’re considering how to set up your heirs for success or adding new land to your portfolio, Hageman Realty is the partner you can count on who understands the holistic picture of your assets. Our experienced team will help you navigate the complexities of generational planning and secure your family’s legacy for years to come. The sooner we get started, the better.