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Long-term leases offer stability to farmer tenants. But what happens to your lease if the land you're on changes ownership? Episode 69.
0:00 – Introduction
1:05 – Importance of Written Lease Agreements
1:59 – Validity of Leases in Case of Ownership Changes
4:33 – Binding Effect Clauses and Legal Terminology
6:30 – Recording Leases with County Land Records
11:57 – Legal Implications of Recording Leases
13:35 – Challenges and Solutions for New Landowners
14:07 – State Laws and Recording Requirements
15:38 – Finding County Land Records Offices
19:15 – Conclusion and Tips
This episode is a great listen for people with, or pursuing a lease that will last for five or more years. A lot can change over time, and ensuring that your lease is valid even if the land changes ownership can bring great peace of mind. Rachel walks us through three levels of resilience farmers and ranchers can pursue when it comes to securing their lease.
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This work is supported by the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN), grant no. 2021-70035-35372/project accession no. 1027099, from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
