Investment Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide AI-Powered Land Valuation: Revolutionizing Agricultural and Recreational Property Investments January 15, 2026 Read more
Conservation Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide The Evolution and Conservation Challenges of Horses in North America November 13, 2025 Read more
Investment Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide MINERAL RIGHTS 101: Understanding the Implications of Mineral Rights and Split Estate Issues for the New Landowner September 4, 2025 Read more
Hunting Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Sporting Pursuits A Call in the Mountains: From Field to Deal August 7, 2025 Read more
Fishing Investment Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide How Adding a Pond Can Increase Your Property’s Value July 17, 2025 Read more
Agriculture Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Important Considerations When Investing in Hay Ground July 3, 2025 Read more
Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Discover the Charm and Opportunities of North Dakota June 19, 2025 Are you considering a move but unsure where to settle? North Dakota, often overlooked by travelers and potential residents alike, offers a wealth of opportunities and a lifestyle to suit a variety of preferences. Whether you’re drawn to outdoor adventures, a slower pace of life, or expanding career opportunities, this charming state has something to […] Read more
Conservation Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Understanding Conservation Easements: A Guide for Landowners and Investors April 3, 2025 In recent years, the concept of conservation easements has gained significant attention, particularly among landowners and investors looking to preserve ecological values while maximizing the potential of their land. A recent review of a conservation easement documentation report for a ranch illustrates the importance of this topic. The report stated, “The Arrow Ranch extends from […] Read more
Investment Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Crafting Your Land’s Legacy: Essential Steps for Estate Planning March 27, 2025 If you are a farmer, rancher, or landowner, undoubtedly, you have wondered what this land, your land, will look like in 20, 30, 50, or 100 years from now. Who will own it? How will it be used? Truth is right now, here today, you can pre-determine much of the unknown and shape the future […] Read more
Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide A Home Away From Home: Purchasing a Forest Service Recreational Cabin March 13, 2025 The American dream, historically, has included homeownership as a primary importance to most people’s goals. However, a home away from home has become a major pursuit for many Americans. Often, this shows itself in the purchase of a beach-town home, a ranch or ag property, hunting retreats, and, for many, a condo in a metropolitan […] Read more
Agriculture Investment Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Choosing the Best Ranch Management Plan: Key Considerations February 27, 2025 Buying a cattle ranch is an exciting and rewarding experience. I love working my ranch lands, caring for my cattle, and spending time outdoors. I enjoy sharing my experiences with my friends, neighbors, clients, and folks who aren’t familiar with ranching. So, I wanted to share some practices I have encountered and even implemented over […] Read more
Investment Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide How to Invest in Land January 9, 2025 I initially wrote the article, ‘How to Buy a Ranch,’ for our first issue of Land Investor magazine back in 2014. Although most of the information is timeless, a few things have changed since then. So, I’ve decided to update and refresh the article in honor of the 10th-anniversary edition of Land Investor magazine. Before […] Read more
Investment Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Alaskan Gold Mine Acquisition: How to Buy and What to Expect November 19, 2024 Owning a gold mine is undeniably alluring. When you add the grandeur of Alaska, the promise of striking it rich, and the influence of reality shows featuring determined gold miners, the prospect becomes even more enticing. Adventurers and dreamers alike are drawn to the wild and untamed corners of Alaska, hoping to uncover treasures buried […] Read more
Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Unlocking the Potential of Plant-Based Carbon Sequestration August 15, 2024 The increasing concentration of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the Earth’s atmosphere is a pressing global issue that has been affecting our planet since the Industrial Revolution. Runaway atmospheric carbon is foreseeable at some point in the future if global emissions remain unchanged. Technological and terrestrial solutions can be deployed to prevent atmospheric carbon levels from […] Read more
Hunting Investment Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Strategies for Managing Wildlife to Cultivate Trophy-Quality Animals June 20, 2024 I have been a student of animal health my whole life. Growing up in Eastern Oregon on a 22,000 acre ranch ignited an interest in the wildlife our land hosted from a young age. This land was not only a source of sustenance and livelihood for my family but also ignited an enduring passion for […] Read more
Investment Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Land, Legacy, and Opportunity: The Essence of Ranch Ownership May 2, 2024 As a co-host on the Land Investor Podcast, I’ve had the privilege of engaging with remarkable individuals whose profound expertise spans diverse subjects such as conservation, nurturing wildlife habitats, restoring streams, responsible land management, and successful ranch operations. Reflecting on these enriching episodes, a recurring theme becomes strikingly evident – the opportunity of ownership. Delving […] Read more
Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Eradicating Cheatgrass in Rangeland Operations March 21, 2024 Cattle ranching plays a crucial role in global food production, providing a significant portion of the world’s meat supply. However, one of the persistent challenges faced by ranchers is the encroachment of invasive species, notably cheatgrass (Bromus tectorum), on rangeland. Cheatgrass is a highly adaptable and aggressive grass that not only competes with native vegetation […] Read more
Agriculture Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Virtual Fencing: The Newest Innovation in Livestock Containment and Range Management March 7, 2024 If you take a drive through the modern-day New England countryside, you will still find stone walls lining the edges of historic farm properties. These charming walls were very labor-intensive to build, as stones were removed from farm fields out of necessity; this created an opportunity to repurpose those stones for the containment of livestock […] Read more
Investment Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Wyoming: Past, Present, Future – Crafting a Legacy February 8, 2024 If you have embarked on a drive through the American West, the exploration will likely include the State of Wyoming. The state echoes with the whispers of its past, stands proudly in the present, and tirelessly builds its future. From the rutted tracks of the Oregon Trail to the cutting-edge frontiers of energy, Wyoming provides […] Read more
Investment Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Strategic Investments: Practical Improvements to Enhance Your Property’s Value January 4, 2024 As the fiscal year winds down, you may find yourself in the fortunate position of having enjoyed a prosperous year on your ranch or farm or through other business ventures. Now, you’re contemplating reinvesting in your property. This is a great position to be in, offering the potential opportunity to offset income for tax purposes […] Read more
Investment Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Investing for Now: A Ranch Broker and Interior Designer Discuss Common Hurdles Facing Modern Ranch Investors December 21, 2023 Since the pandemic, we’ve seen a shift in the needs and wants of buyers. Pre-pandemic buyers typically wanted to buy bare land and build their own dream as opposed to buying into someone else’s. But that narrative has shifted. Buyers are looking for ranches they can enjoy now to serve as a refuge for their […] Read more
