Agriculture and Rural Appraisals

HG is your trusted partner for expert agricultural appraisal services.  We understand the unique factors that influence agricultural property values, allowing us to provide accurate and insightful valuations.  We specialize in providing comprehensive solutions tailored to the unique needs of the agricultural sector.

Whether you are a farmer, landowner, investor, lender, hobbyist, rural property owner or agribusiness professional, understanding the true value of your agricultural assets is essential for making informed decisions and maximizing returns. 

Agriculture is deeply rooted in our local economy.  With our specialized expertise, local knowledge and commitment to excellence, we’re able to help you unlock the full potential of your agricultural properties. 

Our appraisal process involves a thorough analysis of factors such as land productivity, infrastructure, environmental considerations, zoning regulations and potential for future development. 

We understand the time-sensitive nature of agricultural transactions.  With a focus on efficiency and promptness, we strive to deliver our appraisal reports in a timely manner, without compromising on quality or thoroughness.

Common reasons to get an agricultural or rural appraisal.

  • Appraisals provide a critical reference point for lenders to make informed decisions regarding loan approval.

    An appraisal helps determine how much you can borrow. The higher the appraised value, the more money the property owner can borrow. If the lender has agreed on an 80% loan to value (LTV) and the property is appraised at $1,000,000, the borrower can secure a loan of up to $800,000.

    Appraisers assess various factors such as the property’s condition, utility, location, size and comparable sales in the area to arrive at the estimate of fair market value.

  • An appraisal is an unbiased estimates that can be used to increase your negotiating power .

    As a seller, it is important to know what your property is worth. An appraisal provides you with the “most probable selling price” of the property and give you additional information such as recent sales and/or active listings in the area.

    As a buyer, it is important to ensure that you are making a sound investment and paying a fair price for the property. Hiring a real estate appraiser is a proactive step for buyers to protect their investment.

  • Appraisals help ensure equitable distribution among beneficiaries, assist in determining estate tax amounts owed an provides valuable information for heirs to make informed decisions regarding the disposition of their real estate assets. Appraisals are unbiased valuation estimates and can minimize the potential for dispute among beneficiaries.

  • An appraisal is an independent valuation that helps separating spouses achieve a fair and equitable distribution of their real estate assets.

    Appraisals can value your home at specific points in time to assist individuals in determining the contributory change in value of your home from the start to the end of the marriage.

  • When two or more parties are involved in a legal dispute over real estate asset, eminent domain cases, questions on ownership or rights, appraisals provide an objective and expert valuation estimate of property values.

    Appraisals provide credible evidence in court proceedings, in arbitrations, negotiations and settlements. These valuations can assist in determining damages or compensation.

  • Employers use appraisals to negotiate appropriate reimbursement or compensation for your home and provide you with an allotted budget for your next home.

    The appraisal can also help set a realistic sale price to facilitate a faster and smoother sale process.

Still have questions that we haven’t answered?

Expertise includes:

  • Agricultural Appraisals

  • Appraisal Review

  • Assessment and Tax Review

  • Cash In Lieu for Development

  • Construction Financing

  • Current Market Value

  • Development Decisions

  • Easement Valuations

  • Eco-Gifting

  • Estate Planning

  • Expropriation

  • Highest and Best Use Studies

  • Market Rent Review

  • Mortgage Financing

  • Relocation

  • Partnership Buy-Outs

  • Retrospective Market Value

  • Severances

Property Types:

  • Agricultural Properties

  • Cannabis Production Facilities

  • Conservation Lands

  • Development Land

  • General Commercial Properties

  • Large and Small Office Buildings

  • Industrial properties

  • Mixed-Use properties

  • Motels

  • New Construction

  • Rental Apartments/Multi-family Residential Buildings

  • Subdivision Developments

  • Vacant sites

  • and so much more.

** All commercial appraisals are completed by AACI’s, certified through the Appraisal Institute of Canada