Winter 2025: Macro Update and Rural Home Financing

Join us for a two-part webinar series where you’ll learn:

  1. Quarterly Interest Rate Update —  Join us for a timely Quarterly Interest Rate Update designed specifically for farmers and ranchers. In this segment, Terrain economist Matt Clark will break down the latest interest rate trends, discuss how they impact agricultural operations, and provide insights to help you make informed financial decisions. Key topics include:
    • Current interest rate trends and economic outlook
    • Strategies to manage debt and financing in a rising-rate environment
    • Forecasts for the next quarter and what to watch for in the ag economy
    • Whether you’re managing equipment loans, land purchases, or working capital, this session will provide valuable insights to help you navigate financial decisions with confidence.
  2.  From Barns to Barndominiums: The New Trends of Rural Living — Dreaming of wide-open spaces, modern farmhouse charm, or a self-sufficient lifestyle? Join Rural 1st’s Anna Young as she talks about how barndominiums, homesteading, and recreational properties are redefining rural living, and how we’re here to explore how you can make it your reality.
    • Financing your dream — Loan options to bring your vision to life.
    • Barndominiums & beyond — Stylish, spacious, and built to last.
    • Homesteading and recreational properties — The future of rural independence.

Speaker: Matt Clark, Terrain

Matt Clark is Terrain’s senior rural economy analyst, focusing on the impacts of interest rates, land values and other macroeconomic trends on agriculture. As a part of the Terrain team of economists, he delivers expert analysis to the customers of American AgCredit, Farm Credit Services of America and Frontier Farm Credit.

Speaker: Anna Young, Rural 1st

Anna Young is a Senior Loan Officer with Rural 1st and serves the central and western Kansas marketplaces. Prior to Rural 1st, Anna worked at American AgCredit for 10 years serving in various roles including underwriting, lending, and business development. Anna resides near Cheney, Kansas, with her husband, Aaron, and three daughters: Claire, Kellyn & Kate.

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