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Montana Landscapes: Deep-Rooted Purpose of Supporting Agriculture
By Kimberly Lowry, Broker Associate, Licensed in MT After the snow melts and the grass begins to green, a renewed sense of optimism fills the air as newborn calves dot the Montana landscape each spring. Producers across the state consider their previous breeding decisions while busying themselves planning and preparing for the next calving season. […]
Determining Ranch Value
A blog by Jerry Hicks, Principal Broker, Licensed in OR Each ranch is as unique as a fingerprint. Acreage, live waters (rivers, creeks, lakes), Timberland, farm ground, location, efficiency, aesthetics, irrigation, recreational assets, and timing are just a few of the dimensions that come together to determine value! These are just some of the characteristics […]
Tax Benefits of Wyoming
A blog by Neil Bangs, Sales Associate, Licensed in WY Whether you are in the land market for a working ranch, recreational ranch, second home, or personal residence, there are certain criteria that must be considered before you make your decision. We have always heard the old saying location, location, location when it comes to […]
Idaho Big Game Hunting
By Dave Halgerson, Broker, Licensed in ID, OR When the topic of big game hunting property comes up, there are many visions regarding what the ideal terrain is and how many animals it may hold within its boundaries. For many people, the towering mountain scenery with snowcapped peaks gleaming in the distance comes to mind […]
Good Fences Make Good Neighbors
An article written by Rick Kusel, published in Volume 4 of the Land Investor Jean-Jacques Rousseau said, “The first man who, having fenced in a piece of land, said “This is mine,” and found people naive enough to believe him, that man was the true founder of civil society.” Growing up with my grandparents on […]
The Law of Prior Appropriations: Why its History is Important when Investing in a Ranch
By John Anderson, Broker, Licensed in MT, ID There are two main types of water right systems actively used in the United States today: the Riparian system and the Law of Prior Appropriations. Many eastern states utilize the Riparian water rights system, which states that an owner whose property abuts a waterway has an inherent […]
Pricing Land
By Greg Fay, Founder/Broker, Fay Ranches & Jeff Boswell, Partner/Broker, Republic Ranches How much should I ask? Who do I talk to? What should my strategy be? One of the most challenging aspects of selling your land is knowing how to price it. The process of selling land is more often derailed by poor pricing […]
For An Investment-Minded Buyer the Whistle of the Wind Can Mean Big Dollars!
A blog by Kimberly Lowry, Broker Associate, Licensed in MT Over the past few years there has been a growing emphasis on taking environmentally friendly measures as individuals, a society, and a nation. Without having a crystal ball, if one could predict the future for the production of energy to meet the growing demand, it […]
The New Ranch Water
By Bryan Pickens, Broker Associate, Republic Ranches In Texas, unless you’re lucky enough to have a water well that artesian flows to the surface without any pumping or lifting, there’s a good chance you are using a windmill or electrical submersible pump system. If you haven’t made the switch yet, it may be time to […]
Legendary Guns From A Legendary Outfitter
It might only be just over one year old, but Texas-based outfitter Gordy & Sons boasts one of the finest collections of guns anywhere in the world, specializing in unique products that help you get the very best from every adventure. Expertise, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of the market are what set […]
Chihuahuan High Desert Ecosystem
By Bryan Pickens, Partner/Broker Associate, Republic Ranches Stretching from the Central Mexican Highlands to three states in the southwestern corner of the United States and covering nearly 175,000 square miles, the Chihuahuan Desert is the largest in North America. This stretch of land is a defining characteristic of the area around West Texas, southern New […]
Different Roles Found On A Ranch
By Dan Leahy, DL Resource Management, LLC There are many different potential roles on a property. Your exact needs will be determined by the type of property you own and its features and uses. The successful operation of a property, whether it’s a farm or a ranch, starts with making sure you have the right […]
Investing In Ranches
By James Esperti, Partner/Ranch Sales, Licensed in MT, WY, ID People pursue ranch real estate in the Intermountain West for many reasons. Some are looking for that perfect hunting and fishing property with big mountain views, live water, and a variety of wildlife. Others may want a large, productive cattle ranch with abundant water rights […]
Big Game Hunting In Oregon
By Jerry Hicks, Broker, Licensed in OR It was a beautiful day in early November 1983. The day before, my hunting partner Clark had taken a beautiful six-point bull that was in the 300-plus scoring range. It had been traveling with another big bull, and we were back on his track. Clark was behind him, […]
Calving Season, Bull Selection Prove Cattle Industry Still King in Montana
By Kimberly Lowry, Broker Associate, Licensed in MT Photos by Hailey Rae, Montana Ag Photography Spring is in the air in Montana, and while newborn calves dot the landscape, producers across the state are already busy planning and preparing for the 2019 calving season. With a gestation period of 283 days, give or take a few, […]
Scotch Double
By George “Mac” E. McGee IV Utilizing Traditional And Progressive Methodology To Enhance Your Property’s Recreational Hunting And Fishing Value While Improving The Core Value Of Your Investment-grade “working” Southeastern Land Property. Many people simply construct a new fishing lake, create a new dove field, or plant new deer and turkey food plots, thinking it […]
Can You Benefit From The Placement Of A Conservation Easement?
By Richard W. Dickinson, Benchmark Advisors It is always surprising to me how few people are familiar with conservation easements and the tax benefits provided. The enabling legislation was first enacted in the early 1980s, and while thousands of easements have been placed since that time, it is still a relatively unknown and/or misunderstood opportunity. […]
Bozeman Past: “12,000 Friendly Folks And A Couple Of Old Soreheads”
An Interview with Russell Westlake, Owner of Bridger Shadows Farm We sat down with Russell Westlake, the owner of Bridger Shadows Farm, a 735-acre property listed in three parcels with breathtaking views of Bozeman, Montana. Mr. Westlake is a lifelong member of the Bozeman community, and we spoke to him to gain some perspective on […]
Oregon Vineyards And Wineries
By Sheri Wytcherley Oregon Wine Country, where the wild and scenic Pacific Northwest gives wine lovers plenty of reasons to venture north from California’s frequented wine country, with over 450+ tasting rooms to choose from. The pioneering spirit that paved the way to populating this vast and diverse region is the same spirit that blazed […]
Montana’s Migratory Grizzly Bears
By Michael DeShore, Licensed in MT LITTLE VALLEY RANCH COULD PROVIDE A VITAL GEOGRAPHIC LINK I recently attended a presentation at the University of Montana regarding the tracking of bears, and the biologist quipped: “Everyone visiting Montana heads to Yellowstone or Glacier with hopes of seeing a grizzly bear in person. If they really want […]
Keeping Property Exchanges Out Of The Crosshairs
Written by Max Hansen Imagine a six-point bull elk crashing through a thick stand of lodge-pole pine, a dove darting from a mesquite thicket, or attempting to cast into a riffle in the face of a mountain breeze. They’re all moving targets you may have faced at times, so you can understand the quandary of […]
