Education Hunting Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Sporting Pursuits 5 Simple Steps to a Better Whitetail property November 21, 2019 By Ryan Bramlette, Ranch Sales, Fay Ranches Are you maximizing the whitetail sporting experience on your property? Landowners across the Midwest and Texas commonly invest large amounts of time and resources into comprehensive whitetail management plans. Understandably so, as these areas are known for producing world-class Whitetails. However, as a self-proclaimed “Whitetail Freak” and certified QDMA […] Read more
Education In The News Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Exploring in Idaho | A Day on the Continental Divide October 31, 2019 A blog by R.J. Patterson, Ranch Sales A perfect autumn day would be tough for many to define. For me, it was a day I spent on Little Eight Mile Ranch on the Lemhi River in Leadore, Idaho. The day started off just before the sun rose, as I was hoping to get pictures of […] Read more
Education Hunting Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Hunting With Kids | Camaraderie and Life Lessons October 27, 2019 By James Esperti, Branif Scott, and Vinny Delgado, Fay Ranches As much as you can love hunting, there is nothing quite like hunting with your kids. The excitement that oozes out of their every pore reminds you of some of your first hunts, a time when it just meant a little bit more to you. Whether following the […] Read more
Education Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Volume 4 Montana Landscapes: Deep-Rooted Purpose of Supporting Agriculture July 25, 2019 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. […] Read more
Education In The News Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Determining Ranch Value June 12, 2019 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 […] Read more
Education Hunting Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Idaho Big Game Hunting June 1, 2019 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 […] Read more
Education Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Volume 4 Good Fences Make Good Neighbors May 16, 2019 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 […] Read more
Education Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide For An Investment-Minded Buyer the Whistle of the Wind Can Mean Big Dollars! January 14, 2019 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 […] Read more
Education In The News Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Volume 4 Legendary Guns From A Legendary Outfitter October 1, 2018 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 […] Read more
Education In The News Land Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Volume 4 Chihuahuan High Desert Ecosystem October 1, 2018 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 […] Read more
Agriculture Education Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Volume 4 Different Roles Found On A Ranch October 1, 2018 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 […] Read more
Education Investment Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Volume 4 Investing In Ranches October 1, 2018 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 […] Read more
Education Hunting Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Volume 4 Big Game Hunting In Oregon October 1, 2018 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, […] Read more
Agriculture Education In The News Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Calving Season, Bull Selection Prove Cattle Industry Still King in Montana May 9, 2018 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, […] Read more
Hunting In The News Why Oregon is a Great Place to Buy a Ranch April 4, 2018 Written by: Jerry Hicks, Principal Broker, Licensed in OR When it comes to buying a ranch, there are some places that immediately come to mind: Montana, Colorado, and Wyoming. But there is one place that consistently flies under the radar: Oregon. As someone who has ranched in Oregon all my life, I can tell you, […] Read more
Conservation Education Investment Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Volume 3 Can You Benefit From The Placement Of A Conservation Easement? November 21, 2017 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. […] Read more
Education Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Volume 3 Bozeman Past: “12,000 Friendly Folks And A Couple Of Old Soreheads” November 1, 2017 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 […] Read more
Education Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Montana’s Migratory Grizzly Bears October 4, 2017 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 […] Read more
Education Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Volume 3 Keeping Property Exchanges Out Of The Crosshairs October 3, 2017 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 […] Read more
Education Fishing Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Fishing the Ruby River August 16, 2017 By Greg Fay, Broker/Owner, Licensed in MT The Ruby River Ranch is located on a stretch of water that I’ve known intimately for the past 22 years. When I began fishing it, it was a good fishery. In the past 20 years, it has become a great fishery. Upstream of the ranch are two spring […] Read more
Education Hunting Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide A Day on Meandering Flows River Ranch November 17, 2016 A video blog by Vinny Delgado, Sales Associate, Licensed in MT I was sitting in the office on Thursday afternoon looking out the window more than I was looking at my computer screen. My mind drifting to thoughts about my plans for the weekend; should I chase some roosters, cast a line, maybe go elk […] Read more
