Absentee Farmland Ownership — How Illinois Landlords Who Live Out of State Manage Their Ground

Jared Williams, Managing Broker of Archer Realty

Published on: 04/10/2026

A large share of Illinois farmland is owned by out-of-state landlords. Here is how absentee owners manage their Illinois ground and what problems arise.

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How to Read a Soil Productivity Index Report Before You Buy Illinois Farmland

Jared Williams, Managing Broker of Archer Realty

Published on: 02/08/2026

A listing that says 'average PI 118' tells you almost nothing without context. Here is how to pull the actual soil data, verify the claim, and use it in your buying decision.

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