Wind Energy Development Considerations for Landowners
WINDS OF CHANGE As wind turbines begin to line the horizon among America’s heartland, many rural landowners are being approached with an opportunity to lease their land for wind energy development. Anyone that has an operational wind farm on their property knows the income can mean stability and passive income for decades. However, some landowners have experienced the opposite, leaving them without turbines on a 50-year lease or a wind project riddled with problems. Building a team of professionals to navigate the nuances of renewable energy development and choosing the right developer to work with can be the difference between
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Specializing in recreational land and income-producing property, Michael focuses on helping landowners build generational wealth through creative land use, strategic development, and environmental conservation. With over ten years of real estate experience, Michael offers experience in a myriad of real estate transactions involving agricultural businesses, recreational land, homesteads, renewable energy development, and conservation easements. Michael’s recreational focus areas include big game hunting, wing shooting, angling fresh and saltwater fish, as well as backcountry access for skiing, mountain biking, and mountaineering.
Miles for Piles: Staying Compliant in the Next American Gold Rush
“Miles for piles.” It’s a saying every shed hunter knows, and for good reason. We walk miles, sometimes tens of miles, over rugged terrain just for the chance to find that one single antler, and in full transparency, a handful is more realistic of a goal than an actual pile these days. For me, it’s […]
Are You Eligible for an Emergency Drought Relief Loan in 2025?
Landowners in several Wyoming counties may be eligible for emergency drought funding. Ranching in Wyoming or any of the other Rocky Mountain states can provide many unique challenges. Often, landowners operate on narrow margins before weathering difficulties such as droughts, flash floods, and natural disasters. These scenarios can leave producers in a difficult position and […]
