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 properties, Michael focuses on large tracts of land that can be used by outdoor enthusiasts searching for that perfect place to enjoy their sporting pursuits. Michael’s focus areas include big game hunting, wing shooting, angling fresh and saltwater fish, alpine skiing, mountain bike touring, mountaineering, and water sports. Michael has experience helping clients navigate 1031 exchanges, exposure to Opportunity Zone capital gains tax deferrals, facilitation of USDA loans, negotiating land contracts, and imposing conservation easements.
How to Grow Sustainable Profit Through Analyzing Ranch Performance
In late August 2021, as the world settled into the bottom half of the Covid pandemic, the sale of a 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle baseball card in near-perfect condition grabbed headlines when it sold for a staggering $12,600,000.00, making it the largest amount ever paid for a piece of sports memorabilia. In my last article, […]
How to Build Wealth by Renovating and Upgrading Ranches
Renovating residential homes has been a hot topic for many years. Television has promoted the process of upgrading real estate through multiple shows across several networks. However, did you know upgrading and renovating farm and ranch properties has also become popular? The rising price of agricultural land has made it difficult for the average producer […]
