Advantages of Working Directly with a Farmland Preservation Specialist

Preserving your farmland can be an intimidating process. Working with a farmland preservation expert like Pinto Consulting can be extremely beneficial. Here are some of the advantages and benefits of working with a farmland preservation specialist:

1. Expertise: A farmland preservation specialist has extensive knowledge about the preservation process and can provide valuable guidance and support throughout the process. They can help you navigate the legal and regulatory requirements for preserving your farm and ensure that your interests are protected.

    

2. Efficiency: Working with a farmland preservation specialist can help to streamline the preservation process and ensure that it is completed efficiently. They can help you identify any potential issues or challenges and work with you to find solutions.

    

3. Customized solutions: A farmland preservation specialist can help you customize a preservation plan that meets your specific needs and goals. They can help you identify the most appropriate preservation option, such as an exception area around certain structures to provide future flexibility.

    

4. Network of resources: A farmland preservation specialist has a network of resources and contacts that can be extremely valuable in the preservation process. They can connect you with attorneys, real estate professionals, and insurance professionals who can help you navigate the process and make the best long-term decisions. A highly qualified farmland preservation specialist also has working relationships with the government employees who handle the approval process.

    

5. Providing long-term support: Working with a farmland preservation specialist who is familiar with your specific situation is important. The relationship usually does not end with the completion of the preservation process. Many specialists offer ongoing support and guidance to ensure that your farm is managed in a way that is consistent with the preservation goals. This may include providing advice on land management practices, connecting you with resources for financial assistance, and assisting with any issues or challenges that may arise.

6. Understanding complex legal and regulatory requirements: The process of preserving farmland can involve complex legal and regulatory requirements, such as zoning regulations, tax incentives, and conservation easements. A farmland preservation specialist can help you understand these requirements and ensure that you are in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

    

7. Helping you to negotiate a fair price: If you are considering selling a conservation easement or transferring ownership of your farm to a land trust, a farmland preservation specialist can help you negotiate a fair price for your property. They can work with you to evaluate the value of your farm and ensure that you receive a fair price for your land.
   

Pinto Consulting helps landowners throughout New Jersey with the farmland preservation process. We work with landowners from the pre-application process to the farm being closed. Once closed, our work continues to help the landowner thrive with their agricultural pursuit, help with insurance matters and obtain any permitting or governmental approvals needed to keep their businesses moving forward.