Business Details
45 Years
experience
Your Trusted Farm Real Estate Partner in Iowa Falls
Since 1981, The Dirt Dealer has been deeply rooted in Midwest agriculture, providing comprehensive real estate services including farm land sales, auctions, and appraisals. Our team of certified professionals combines decades of experience with a commitment to honesty and integrity, ensuring clients receive expert guidance tailored to their unique needs. With a proven track record as top performers in the industry, we prioritize fair market outcomes for both buyers and sellers. Our services extend to machinery appraisals, charity auctions, and detailed market consultations, reflecting our dedication to serving agricultural communities. Recognized for 45 years of membership in the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers, we maintain rigorous professional standards.Our approach blends traditional values with modern strategies to deliver results-driven solutions. Clients consistently praise our compassionate handling of transactions and our ability to maximize property value. As a trusted local authority, we offer personalized support for every stage of the real estate process. Our team's extensive agricultural background ensures deep market understanding, and we remain committed to innovation while upholding the principles that have defined our success for over four decades.
Services
Farm real estate sales
Land auctions
Farm machinery appraisals
Charity auctions
Market consultations
Property listings
Farm appraisals
Auction services
Land sales
Real estate consultations
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized farm real estate experience in the Midwest
- Our team includes Iowa's #1 salesman for 12 consecutive years
- Certified General Appraisers ensure accurate, reliable property valuations
- We maintain rigorous professional standards through ASFMRA membership since 1976
- Proven success in over $200 million in real estate sales with transparent practices
Associations and certifications
- American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers
- Certified General Appraiser
What people say
Highly professional
Compassionate
Successful auction
Fair deal
Invaluable predictions
Services
Farm real estate sales
Specialized marketing and negotiation services for agricultural properties. Our team leverages deep market knowledge to maximize returns through strategic pricing and targeted outreach. With decades of experience handling farm transactions, we ensure smooth processes from listing to closing.
Land auctions
Conducting competitive bidding events to establish fair market value for rural properties. We manage both absolute and reserve auctions with transparent processes that benefit buyers and sellers. Our auctioneers combine expertise with integrity to deliver successful outcomes.
Farm machinery appraisals
Accurate assessment of agricultural equipment value by certified professionals. We provide detailed reports for sales, financing, or insurance purposes. Our appraisals consider market conditions, equipment condition, and industry standards.
Charity auctions
Supporting community organizations through specialized auction services. We handle sales of land or machinery for nonprofits, ensuring proceeds maximize impact. Our team maintains transparency while achieving fair market returns.
Market consultations
Expert guidance on property valuation and market trends. We provide customized recommendations for selling strategies, pricing, and timing. Our consultations help clients make informed decisions backed by decades of agricultural market experience.
People
Jeffrey T. Obrecht
Broker/Owner, Auctioneer, Certified General Appraiser
Licensed broker since 1983 with 40+ years in farm real estate. Recognized as Midwest's top salesman for 12 years and featured on national TV. Holds multiple industry awards and certifications.
Kellen Suntken
Broker, Real Estate Sales Associate
Licensed broker since 2024 with agricultural background in crop and livestock farming. Holds Masters in Agribusiness and auctioneering certification. Specializes in farm management and sales.
Andrew Benning
Real Estate Sales Associate
Licensed associate since 2025 with extensive farming experience in row crops and livestock. Active in agricultural organizations and holds Iowa State University agricultural degree.
Archie Kuntz
Real Estate Sales Associate
Lifelong agriculturalist with 40+ years in crop and livestock production. Former business owner with conservation expertise and active community leadership roles in Poweshiek County.
Jason C. Etnyre
Real Estate Sales Associate, Auctioneer
Agricultural background with auctioneering school training. 17 years in public works and event announcing experience. Holds business management degree and active in local community organizations.
Questions
What real estate services do you specialize in?
We specialize in farm land sales, agricultural property auctions, farm machinery appraisals, and market consultations for Midwest agricultural properties.
How do land auctions work?
Our auctions establish fair market value through competitive bidding. We conduct both absolute and reserve auctions with transparent processes that benefit buyers and sellers.
Are your appraisals certified?
Yes, our appraisals are conducted by Certified General Appraisers with decades of experience in agricultural property valuation.
Do you handle charity auctions?
Yes, we manage auctions for nonprofit organizations, including conservation groups and community foundations, ensuring maximum proceeds from property or equipment sales.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Iowa and the Midwest region, with expertise in Butler County, Marshall County, and surrounding agricultural areas.
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