Resources
Expert articles and guides on farmland auctions, the selling process, and the real estate auction industry from Schrader Real Estate and Auction Company.
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Proprietary Technology Built for Land Auctions
Schrader built its own bidding software from the ground up to handle the complexity of multi-tract land auctions — processing sales as large as $55 million and nearly 100 tracts in a single event.
April 14, 2026 • The Schrader Way • What Sets Schrader Apart • 3 min read
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A Proven Track Record Across 40 States
With over 10,000 land auctions conducted across 40 states, a 99% sell rate, and five Auction of the Year awards, Schrader's track record speaks for itself.
April 14, 2026 • The Schrader Way • What Sets Schrader Apart • 2 min read
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National Reach with Local Expertise
Schrader combines a nationwide network of sales reps across 10+ states with deep local engagement — spending hundreds of hours in the field cultivating buyers for every property.
April 14, 2026 • The Schrader Way • What Sets Schrader Apart • 3 min read
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Protecting Your Information and Your Interests
Large land transactions involve sensitive financial data and significant fund transfers. Schrader has partnered with Corsica Technologies to build an extremely secure network that protects your confidential information.
April 14, 2026 • The Schrader Way • What Sets Schrader Apart • 2 min read
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Auction vs. Listing: Which Is Right for Your Property?
In most agricultural regions, auctions yield the highest value for sellers. But some properties are better suited to a traditional listing. Here is how to evaluate which approach fits your situation.
April 14, 2026 • Seller Decision Guides • Is a Land Auction Right for You? • 3 min read
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The Multi-Tract Auction Method Explained
The multi-tract method breaks a property into individual tracts and allows bidding on any combination
April 14, 2026 • How Auctions Work • Understanding the Land Auction Process • 2 min read
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Auction Types: Live, Online, Virtual, and Sealed Bid
Schrader conducts live, online-only, virtual, and sealed bid auctions — each suited to different properties and seller goals. Here is how each method works and when it is the right choice.
April 14, 2026 • How Auctions Work • Understanding the Land Auction Process • 3 min read
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Property Evaluation and Tract Planning
The right tract boundaries can mean the difference between pricing out buyers and creating a bidding war.
April 10, 2026 • How Auctions Work • How Does a Farmland Auction Work? A Step-by-Step Guide • 1 min read
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Marketing the Auction
Why Schrader's in-house marketing team outperforms traditional real estate when selling large agricultural properties.
April 10, 2026 • How Auctions Work • How Does a Farmland Auction Work? A Step-by-Step Guide • 1 min read
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Property Inspections and Open Houses
Due diligence wins auctions: What successful bidders inspect during Schrader's pre-auction open house period.
April 10, 2026 • How Auctions Work • How Does a Farmland Auction Work? A Step-by-Step Guide • 1 min read