Conservation Reserve Program in Illinois — What the Per-Acre Income Actually Looks Like in 2026

2026 CRP rental rates in central Illinois range from $140–$220/acre. How that compares to cash rent and hunting income — and when enrollment actually makes sense. ...more

Recreational Land

July 04, 2026•undefined

What Happens When a Family Farm Crosses Generations Without a Plan in Illinois

59% of Illinois farmland sellers in 2024 were estates. What probate actually costs, how stepped-up basis works, and why the plan has to come before the crisis. ...more

Recreational Land

July 02, 2026•undefined

Why Springfield Homes Are Selling at 98.43% of Asking in 2026 — and What It Means for Your Listing

Springfield IL homes are selling at 98.43% of list price with a $187K median and 27 days on market. What sellers need to know before listing in this tight market. ...more

Homes

July 01, 2026•undefined

Why Central Illinois Farmland Is Trading at $15,000–$20,000 Per Acre in 2026 — And What It Means for Your Ground

Central Illinois farmland is hitting $15,000–$20,000 per acre in top-tier counties. What's driving it, which counties are where, and what your soil PI means for your ground's value. ...more

Recreational Land

June 30, 2026•undefined

What Illinois Hunting Land Is Actually Worth in 2026 — Beyond the Per-Acre Price

Illinois hunting land value in 2026 goes beyond price per acre. Pike, Cass, Brown, and Schuyler county breakdowns with habitat variables that move the number. ...more

Recreational Land

June 29, 2026•undefined

Is Now a Good Time to Sell Your Home in Central Illinois — The Honest Answer

Is now a good time to sell your home in central Illinois? The honest answer depends less on the market and more on your specific situation. Here's how to think about it. ...more

Homes

June 23, 2026•undefined