Our Services
The Halderman Companies have steadily grown to managing over 700 farms across the US, selling and acquiring over 150 properties and performing over 1,200 appraisals annually. Our goal is to provide quality customer service and solutions to improve the well-being of our customers and their farms. We will take the time to work with you and provide you with options for your property.
“To do for your farm what you would do if you had the time and the experience.”
— F. Howard Halderman, CEO
Expert auction and private treaty sales services maximizing property values through competitive bidding and strategic marketing.
Professional oversight optimizing land productivity through expert tenant relations, crop planning, and financial reporting.
USPAP-compliant valuations for estate planning, financing, and tax purposes backed by certified agricultural expertise.
Complete farm equipment auction services from single-item sales to full dispersals with targeted buyer marketing.
Strategic property identification and acquisition services for expanding operations or investment portfolio diversification.
Connection to agricultural lenders offering competitive rates for farmland purchases, refinancing, and investments.
Sales & Auctions
Whether you choose to sell your farm via auction or private sale, Halderman provides expert guidance throughout the entire process to maximize your property’s value.
Auction Services
Halderman has been conducting farm auctions for over 95 years. Our auction process creates competitive bidding environments that often result in prices exceeding private sale expectations.
What's Included
- Property evaluation & pricing strategy
- Professional photography & videography
- Comprehensive marketing campaigns
- Detailed buyer prospecting
- Expert auctioneering services
- Post-sale settlement support
Management Services
- Tenant selection & lease negotiations
- Annual crop monitoring & inspections
- Maintenance coordination & oversight
- Financial reporting & tax documentation
- Conservation & sustainability planning
- Market analysis & income optimization
Farm Management
Professional farm management services for landowners who want to maximize their investment while ensuring sustainable agricultural practices.
Expert Local Representation
From tenant selection and lease negotiations to crop monitoring and financial reporting, our farm management team handles all aspects of property oversight. We serve as your local representative, making decisions that protect your investment and optimize returns.
Property Appraisals
Professional farmland appraisals providing accurate valuations for estate planning, financing, taxation, and sale preparation.
Certified Expertise
Halderman’s certified appraisers bring decades of experience in agricultural real estate valuation. We provide comprehensive appraisals that meet USPAP guidelines and are accepted by lenders, courts, and tax authorities.
Common Appraisal Uses
- Loan Collateral
- Estate Evaluation
- Sale Consideration and Preparation
- Condemnation Proceedings
- Purchase Considerations
- Division of Property Among Family Members
- Anytime a Market Value Appraisal is Needed
Equipment & Machinery Auctions
Comprehensive farm equipment auction services including machinery, livestock equipment, and complete farm dispersals.
Equipment We Handle
- Tractors and combines
- Planters and tillage equipment
- Livestock handling systems
- Grain storage and dryers
- Irrigation equipment
- Complete farm dispersals
Auction Services Include
- Complete inventory and cataloging
- Professional photography
- Online and on-site bidding
- Targeted buyer marketing
- Sale day coordination
- Settlement and title transfer
Our Acquisition Process
- Property identification and screening
- Market analysis and valuation
- Soil and productivity assessment
- Income projection and ROI analysis
- Negotiation and contract management
- Closing coordination and post-purchase support
Acquisitions & Investing
Strategic farmland acquisition services helping investors and farmers identify, evaluate, and secure prime agricultural properties that meet their investment criteria.
Strategic Investment Guidance
Whether you’re expanding your farming operation or diversifying your investment portfolio, Halderman provides expert guidance throughout the acquisition process. Our extensive market knowledge and network provide access to properties before they reach the public market.
Financing
Expert guidance connecting buyers and sellers with agricultural lending institutions to facilitate successful farmland transactions.
Agricultural Lending Partnerships
Halderman works closely with regional and national agricultural lenders who understand farmland investments. We help buyers navigate the financing process and connect them with lenders offering competitive rates and terms for agricultural real estate.
Partnership Options
- Commercial bank agricultural loans
- FSA guaranteed and direct loans
- Private financing and seller contracts
- 1031 exchange facilitation
- Institutional investor financing