We select a tiny fraction of the parcels we review, ensuring each offering is of the highest quality. Each farm and its legal title are placed into a unique entity (usually an LLC).
Each entity is divided into fractional shares. You may purchase any amount of shares at or above the minimum investment.
AcreTrader Management handles all aspects of administration and property management, from insurance and accounting to working with local farmers and improving soil sustainability.
AcreTrader disburses excess annual income to investors. Historically, this asset class has an unlevered yield of 3% - 5% for lower-risk properties.* Note that this cash yield is in addition to expected annual value appreciation.
*Source: USDA NASS Historical Land Values and Cash Rents over a 50-year period.
Distributions paid are not solely based upon performance and are not guaranteed in frequency or amount. Distributions will be paid from net investment income, offering proceeds, borrowings, or reimbursable expense support, subject to certain conditions being met.
Investors will generally hold ownership for 5-10 years. Upon sale of the land, you receive any applicable previously unreturned principal plus their pro rata share of any appreciation of the land during the holding period. Should you wish to sell some or all of your shares, you may be able to do so on the AcreTrader AcreTrader anticipates adding secondary market capabilities in 2023, subject to regulatory and other approvals. Resales may only occur in accordance with applicable securities law exemptions and are subject to certain restrictions such as 1-year hold period.
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