TODI and Probate Avoidance for Illinois Farmland: How a Transfer on Death Instrument Works

TODI and Probate Avoidance for Illinois Farmland: How a Transfer on Death Instrument Works

TODI and Probate Avoidance for Illinois Farmland: How a Transfer on Death Instrument WorksJared Williams, Managing Broker of Archer Realty
Published on: 22/10/2026

A TODI avoids probate on Illinois farmland but does not address estate tax or creditor claims. Here is what a Transfer on Death Instrument actually does.

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Illinois Estate Tax and Farmland: Why the $4 Million Exemption Catches More Farm Families Than It Should

Illinois Estate Tax and Farmland: Why the $4 Million Exemption Catches More Farm Families Than It Should

Illinois Estate Tax and Farmland: Why the $4 Million Exemption Catches More Farm Families Than It ShouldJared Williams, Managing Broker of Archer Realty
Published on: 22/10/2026

Illinois exempts only $4 million per individual from estate tax — not portable between spouses. A farm worth $5 million can owe roughly $285,000 at the state level.

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Variable Cash Rent Leases in Illinois: When They Work for the Landlord

Variable Cash Rent Leases in Illinois: When They Work for the Landlord

Variable Cash Rent Leases in Illinois: When They Work for the LandlordJared Williams, Managing Broker of Archer Realty
Published on: 20/10/2026

Variable cash rent leases are 35 percent of Illinois agreements. Jared walks through the floor-and-ceiling structure and when it serves a central Illinois landlord.

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2027 Cash Rent in Sangamon, Christian, and Macon Counties: What Landlords Should Expect This Fall

2027 Cash Rent in Sangamon, Christian, and Macon Counties: What Landlords Should Expect This Fall

2027 Cash Rent in Sangamon, Christian, and Macon Counties: What Landlords Should Expect This FallJared Williams, Managing Broker of Archer Realty
Published on: 20/10/2026

Farmdoc puts Illinois cash rent at $261 per acre with a $3-$5 decline for 2027. Four central counties exceed $330. Here is how to handle the fall rent conversation.

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