Small Town, Big Dreams: Cokeville Goes to DC
In November 2023, the Fay Rural Community Foundation (FRCF) had the privilege of supporting the Cokeville High School junior class in a way that exemplifies the power of community-driven generosity. Through the dedication of Fay Ranches Wyoming land agents Neil Bangs and Kelsea Vaughan, along with the remarkable contributions of Garden & Gun Magazine and […]
Fay Ranches 2023 Summit
Fay Ranches agents from across the country will gather at the end of the month for their 25th annual Fay Ranches Summit. This event provides the agents with the opportunity to learn about the current market conditions, share trends that they are seeing in their respective regions, and engage with some of the industry’s foremost […]
Navigating a 1031 Exchange
Selling a farm or a ranch, like selling any business, often involves many different types of assets. The transaction may include equipment, livestock, water rights, crops, inventory, and, of course, real estate. Investors interested in selling a farm or ranch using a like-kind exchange under Internal Revenue Code §1031 should focus on the particular property […]
Why Invest in Land: Advice from a Montana Ranch Broker
As an educated investor, you know that proper asset allocation is essential to portfolio diversification, and of course, real estate has always been a mainstay of a well-balanced portfolio. However, the recreational, agricultural, or working land niche market has only recently gained attention as an alternative to more traditional real estate assets. For decades, recreation […]
Skijoring in Wyoming
It doesn’t matter if you have lived in Wyoming for 50 years or if you just moved to town, winter can leave you with cabin fever. The cold winds leave you wondering what entertainment may be available. If this is you, let me recommend a weekend watching Skijoring. There are several events around the state […]
Things to Consider When Selling Remote Alaska Property
For Sellers of remote Alaska properties, there may not be a better time to sell than now. Never before has Alaska captured the hearts and imaginations of so many from all around the world. Alaska offers spectacular vistas and geography, ubiquitous wildlife, and recreation opportunity unmatched anywhere in the world. Interest in Alaska is not […]
Women of Fay – Daughters in Ag
At Fay Ranches, we are proud of our agents, the culture, and the family that we have cultivated over the years. A big part of the team is the Women of Fay Ranches. These gals have worked hard to pave their way through the industry and come out on top. They continue to raise their […]
Things to Consider When Buying Remote Alaska Property
Alaska is one of the most amazing places on earth and continues to inspire people from around the world to visit the pristine wilderness and breathtaking scenery. Alaska appeals to the extreme adventurer, outdoor enthusiast, and big game hunter; whether the inspiration comes from reading Jack London’s Call of the Wild or a trip to […]
Wild Game Processing: Field to Table
My earliest memory of hunting is stumbling around the fields looking for pheasants with my dad and uncles at seven years old. I filled my first deer tag by the time I was nine years old, and since then have been addicted to it, hunting every season. Growing up on a ranch in Eastern Oregon, […]
FRCF Donates to Powder River 4-H in Honor of Victor Rue
By Susan Ferrin, Executive Director, Fay Ranches Community Foundation In November the Fay Rural Community Foundation donated to the Powder River 4-H in honor of the late Victor Rue. Victor, the father of Fay Ranches agent, Kebi Smith, was involved in his local 4-H program from a young age. He raised his family for many […]
2022 Land Real Estate Market Update
Two thousand twenty-two marks the 30th anniversary of Fay Ranches and ten years since we forged our Strategic Alliance with Republic Ranches. Thirty years certainly signifies our ability to weather some storms and grow with discipline. I feel like we’re just getting started, and I’m having more fun now than ever, thanks to the wonderful […]
November 2022 Market Update
By Greg Fay, Founder, Broker, Licensed in MT Two thousand twenty-two marks the 30th anniversary of Fay Ranches and ten years since we forged our Strategic Alliance with Republic Ranches. Thirty years certainly signifies our ability to weather some storms and grow with discipline. I feel like we’re just getting started, and I’m having more […]
A Tribute to Montana History Built on Sustainable Water
By Vinny Delgado, Ranch Sales, Licensed in MT Throughout history, water has always been the lifeline to survival in the west. Stonehouse Ranch in Reed Point, Montana, was and still is no exception. There is no question the founders of its remarkable resting point picked its spot because of the nearby high-production springs that are […]
Big Game Hunting in Montana
By Kimberly Lowry, Broker Associate, Licensed in MT Big game hunting season is upon us in Montana with hunters from across the state and nation enjoying time in the beautiful and scenic backcountry with family and friends. For many, the fall hunting season is an opportunity to make memories while sharing the unique experience of […]
Upsizing or Downsizing a Ranch Without Feeling Upside Down
By Reneé Baker, Farm & Ranch Sales, Licensed In ID There are many reasons for upsizing or downsizing your ranching operation. An adjacent property may become available for a reasonable price, allowing you to add acreage and animals, build a larger barn, or construct additional housing for ranch hands. You may be ready for a […]
Seasons of the Southeast
There are many ways to measure time. The days, weeks, and years seemingly continue to pass us by with increasing and unsuspecting swiftness. We often want time to stop, to hold memory and moment in our minds forever. Moments of being in the woods, on the water, and in the mountains bring a refreshing perspective […]
Legendary Lucas Ranch Sale
By Vinny Delgado, Ranch Sales, Licensed in MT. “It was an absolute pleasure working with all parties involved in this sale. After 133 years in the same family, it will be an honor to watch the new owners write the next chapter for this incredible legacy ranch.” – Vinny Delgado, buyer agent. In the foothills […]
New Opportunities for Alaska’s Gold Creek Lodge
Fay Ranches is pleased to announce new opportunities on the Alaska’s Gold Creek Lodge listing, represented by Troy Dana. The offering now includes two additional profit centers, Katmai Water Taxi and Alaska Bristol Bay Rentals, with the respective assets. All three profit centers are in high demand. Katmai Water Taxi – $3,500,000 Operating from June […]
The Economic and Social Impacts Facing Rural America
When wandering around Montana, you will inevitably wind-up in a rural community at just about every turn. With just over a million people state-wide, roughly half of those individuals and families live in small towns that are less than 2,500 people. These towns have survived the test of time (including a pandemic) and are still […]
FRCF Helps Provide High Quality Meats to Rural Communities
The Fay Rural Community Foundation Partners with the Hicks Family to Donate Thousands of Pounds of Meat Bozeman, MT: Last week, thousands of pounds of fresh beef, pork, goat, and lamb were donated to 33 food banks and community kitchens throughout central Oregon. The Fay Rural Community Foundation in conjunction with the Hicks Team of […]
Upland Game Bird Hunting
Upland game bird hunting in South-Central Montana is no longer a secret. The Clarks Fork of the Yellowstone River valley all the way down into Wyoming, and the surrounding Pryor mountains foothills to the east, on the Crow Indian reservation, offer spectacular hunting opportunities for sharp-tailed grouse, Hungarian partridge, and ring-necked pheasant. When I was […]
