In The News Purchasing a Ranch Near a Modern Cowtown, Southwest Montana March 4, 2021 By Ryan Bramlette, Ranch Sales, Licensed in MT Today, Americans have more of a variety of lifestyles available, filled with choices that have emerged over the recent months. Many people are fortunate to have the ability to generate income from wherever their laptop and cell phone are plugged in, and their children can be educated […] Read more
In The News Ranching Lifestyle | Calving Production in Winter January 7, 2021 By RJ Patterson, Ranch Sales, Licensed in MT, ID With the cattle market fluctuating over the last several years, what can you do to ensure that you get the biggest return on your investment in cattle? For commercial producers the answer is simple: have the lowest calf mortality, and have the biggest calves to sell […] Read more
In The News The Value Investment Difference of a Sporting Property December 3, 2020 People think of many things when it comes to investing in land. Recreation, investment, privacy, safety, cattle, farms, timber, mountains, and water features, to name a few. While many of these investments have assets such as leases, timber, crop, or livestock that can add value, the property’s recreational aspects can often drive value much higher. […] Read more
In The News Fay Ranches, A Ranch Brokerage with a Rodeo Problem November 12, 2020 Rodeo is a Spanish term meaning gathering place of cattle; a roundup. Its roots go as far back as the sixteenth century when the Spanish conquistadors and Spanish-Mexicans introduced and propagated horses and cattle to the American Southwest. By the early 1700s, ranching had made its way into Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona. Native Mexican cowboys, Vaqueros—Spanish word vaca meaning cow—were hired by ranchers to raise cattle and other livestock. By the late […] Read more
In The News Fay Ranches Sponsors the Inaugural Yellowstone Riggin Rally, Darby, MT November 12, 2020 The Steiner Rodeo Family from Texas, Taylor Sheridan, and Bosque Ranch Productions brought the debut of the Yellowstone Riggin’ Rally to Darby, MT. The Rally hosted the top 24 Bareback Riders from the PRCA, a $30,000 purse, and nearly 2,000 fans. In attendance were the cast members of the Taylor Sheridan and Bosque Ranch Productions […] Read more
Community Outreach In The News Fay Ranches Sponsors Wyoming’s Cowboy: Cole Reiner, Bareback “Rookie of the Year” November 12, 2020 Cole Reiner is sponsored by Fay Ranches Ranch Sales Agents: Neil Bangs, Cheryl Summer, Mike Konstant, Kebi Smith, RJ Patterson, Dixie Barry, Alex Robertson, John Anderson, Scott Hawes, Kevin Stowe. A note from Cole Reiner Growing up on our family ranch just outside Buffalo, Wyoming, I’ve always been involved in the western way of life […] Read more
Community Outreach In The News Fay Ranches Sponsors Lisa Lockhart at the NFR, American Barrel Racer November 12, 2020 Lisa Lockhart is sponsored by Fay Ranches Sales Agents: Kebi Smith, Neil Bangs, Cheryl Summer, Mike Konstant, RJ Patterson, John Anderson, Kimberly Lowry, Dixie Barry, Kevin Stowe. As a native of Montana being raised on a farm/ranch, the western lifestyle of being dependent upon the land and caring for animals is a value that was ingrained […] Read more
In The News Land Investor Features Volume 6 Wyoming’s Split Estate October 29, 2020 By Neil Bangs, Associate Broker, Licensed in WY One of the most frequently asked questions regarding ranch sales in Wyoming is, who owns the mineral rights? And what rights do they have? In many states, the owners of the land are not necessarily the owners of the mineral estate. Wyoming is such a state. Separation […] Read more
In The News Land Investor Features Volume 6 Pioneering Washington’s Wine Region October 29, 2020 By Michelle Burbidge, Broker, Licensed in WA Washington is quickly becoming a mecca for grape growers and wineries. The same breathtaking landscape that first drew pioneers westward over 200 years ago now attracts a new kind of pioneer, those searching for a rich and diverse grape growing region. Just 20 years ago, Washington had only […] Read more
In The News Land Investor Features Volume 6 Teaching Our Daughters to Hunt October 29, 2020 By Jeff Boswell, Partner/Broker Associate at Republic Ranches Recently one of my three daughters came to me and told me how lucky I was that I never had a boy, so all of my girls learned to hunt and fish. I do not know if that is true, but they have all been thoroughly introduced […] Read more
In The News Land Investor Features Volume 6 Strategies to Owning a Ranch from Afar: Absentee Ownership Should Not Be Overwhelming October 29, 2020 By Ryan Bramlette, Sales Agent, Licensed in MT “A buyer needs to understand their goals and make a plan. Don’t go into it lost; know what you want and make it fun.” –Dan Durham, Co-Owner of Ranches Resources Many of our clients at Fay Ranches are absentee buyers looking to satisfy a lifelong dream of […] Read more
In The News Land Investor Features Volume 6 Raising Kids and Cattle October 29, 2020 By Kimberly Lowry, Ranch Sales, Licensed in MT For my family, raising kids and cattle go hand in hand. My kids were born on a cattle ranch surrounded by livestock and were wheeled out amongst the cows during calving in baby joggers before they could walk by my side to check on the herd. Raising […] Read more
In The News Land Investor Features Volume 6 Purchasing a Ranch in New Mexico October 29, 2020 By Rik Thompson, Broker Associate, Republic Ranches, LLC You’ve worked hard, perhaps built a business, and been diligent about saving and investing your money for years. Maybe you are very fortunate and have benefited from an inheritance or some other type of windfall. However you got there, now you are at the point where you […] Read more
In The News Land Investor Features Volume 6 The Dream of Owning Land for First-Time Buyers October 29, 2020 By Mitchell Eads, Republic Ranches Sales Associate Have you dreamed of owning rural land, a place to conserve, cultivate, and enjoy? Whether a childhood dream, a recent aspiration, or if you are a savvy investor that wants to capitalize on the enjoyment and pride dividend that comes with owning a hard asset like land, the […] Read more
In The News Land Investor Features Volume 6 Seven Simple Mistakes to Avoid When Planting a Food Plot October 29, 2020 By Tallon Martin, Broker Associate of Republic Ranches Food plots are a great way to add diversity to your property and provide food all season long for wildlife. Once you know the basics and how to avoid simple mistakes, they are excellent management tools. If you want good results, you need to slow down and […] Read more
In The News Land Investor Features Volume 6 Will 2020 Foreshadow a Boon in Rural Land Sales? October 29, 2020 By Greg Fay, Founder/Broker, Fay Ranches, and Jeff Boswell of Republic Ranches Virus-related lockdowns, economic devastation, prolific government spending, and social unrest have ushered in the new decade. Significant changes are happening at lightning speed, and trying to make sense of how this all ends is difficult and so far a bit counterintuitive. For families across […] Read more
Education In The News Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Enjoy Both Seclusion and Accessibility | New Mexico and Colorado August 25, 2020 By Jim Vidamour, Fay Ranches Principal Broker, Licensed in New Mexico and Colorado It is hard to deny that the recent pandemic has accelerated a trend that began a few years ago. The desire to own a refuge away from urban population density has intensified and is readily apparent in the sharp increase in ranch […] Read more
In The News The Methow Valley, Washington’s Recreation Destination August 18, 2020 Details courtesy of The Cascade Loop Extending from Pateros to the crest of the North Cascades, the Methow Valley is Washington state’s eclectic mix of Wild West and thriving arts culture, and home to a whole lot of lodging and activities. Dedicated fishermen from around the world come to Pateros at the confluence of the […] Read more
In The News Land Investor Features Regional Feature | Madison Valley, Montana | Small Towns With Rural Values August 5, 2020 Lewis and Clark crossed this scenic valley of majestic mountain ranges and the fabled Madison River in 1805, but not until 1864, shortly after gold was first discovered in the valley, did Madison County become part of Montana Territory. Soon after, ranchers, farmers, and businessmen flocked to the area. There were three major stage lines […] Read more
In The News The Recreational Land Investment July 15, 2020 While many investors choose to invest in ranches or unimproved ground, it is usually done based on the potential return on investment, whether it be a short-term profit or a long-term goal. Typically, these properties are purchased and operated on a commercial level for cattle, sheep, farming, etc. One of the newer and most popular […] Read more
Education In The News Land Investor Features Land Investor Guide Great American Outdoors Act June 22, 2020 By Alex Lovett-Woodsum, Fay Ranches Editor Image provided by Bonefish and Tarpon Trust On Tuesday, August 4th, President Trump signed landmark conservation legislation into law, declaring the Great American Outdoors Act, “…a very big deal. From an environmental standpoint — and just a beauty of our country standpoint — there hasn’t been anything like this […] Read more
