Following the robust price recovery from 2012 through 2013 when prices surged by 7 to 10.5 percent annually, Texas land markets seem to have taken a break.
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On Call for Texas Ranchers: Interview with TSCRA President Dr. Richard Thorpe
As an emergency room doctor and a first-generation rancher, Dr. Richard Thorpe offers a unique perspective as president of Texas’s largest livestock organization.
Johnny Cavazos Sells Pristine High Top Ranch in Frio County
Congratulations to Johnny Cavazos with The Texas Ranch Company, LLC, for his sale of the 1,330-acre High Top Ranch in Frio County, Texas.
Listing of the Week: Kenny Rogers’ Georgia Estate Back on Market with Big Markdown
Kenny Rogers’ Georgia estate, Beaver Dam Farms, is back on the market this week with a significant price reduction from its earlier list price of $18 million.
Broker of the Week: Exceptional Black Hills Ranch Sold by Jim Pederson (Arnold Realty, Inc.)
Congratulations to Jim Pederson of Newcastle, Wyoming-based Arnold Realty, Inc. for his sale of Eagle Ridge Ranch in Crook County, Wyoming. This sale occurred on March 10, 2017, and was submitted through the Lands of America Comparable Sales Program.
10 Essential Tips for Buying Rural Property
The key to making smart property purchase decisions is to buy based on facts and information, not emotion. This is critically true when looking at making a rural recreational or investment property purchase.
Robert Dullnig Sells 2,181-acre Hunting Acreage in Southwest Texas Borderlands
Congratulations to Robert Dullnig (Dullnig Ranches/Kuper Sotheby’s) for his sale this week of 2,181 acres in Maverick County, Texas. This sale occurred on March 6, 2017, and was submitted through our Comparable Sales Program.
Simple Tips to Consider When Installing a Wood Fence
Whether your outdoor space is a multi-acre ranch or an intimate urban patio, a wooden fence can help you rein in your space and gain privacy. Here are some simple tips when choosing a wooden fence for your property.
Kerrie Kelly, ASID - March 9, 2017
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Lands of America February 2017 Land News & Trends
February 2017 saw the sale of a remarkable $20 million Medina County ranch after two years on the market, plus the first-time offering of an historic quarter-million-acre New Mexico cattle ranch under the same family ownership since 1947.
Energy-Efficiency Tips for Older and Historical Homes
Eco-friendly doesn’t have to mean brand-spanking new. Historic properties come with colorful stories that make them worth every penny you spend on their upkeep. Here’s some tips to save dollars on your home purchase over the long run.
Terence Hundemer Sells 2,995-acre Sportsman’s Paradise in Northern California
Congratulations to Terence Hundemer of the Nevada City, California-based Chickering Company, Inc. for his sale of 2,995 acres in Northern California’s Tehama County. This sale occurred on February 28, 2017, and was submitted through the Lands of America Comparable Sales program.
Surefire Tactics for Spring Turkey Hunting Success
Our friends at HuntingLife.com offer these deadly, field-tested tactics for scouting and hunting success this upcoming turkey season.
LAND Magazines Publisher Tom Alexander Talks Hunting, Land Marketing on Bucks to Business Podcast
LAND Magazines publisher Tom Alexander sat down recently for a chat with Mock Ranches’ Kasey Mock on the Bucks to Business Podcast.
Top Articles & Advice for Land Buyers, Sellers and Owners
The Land.com Network offers access to hundreds of articles to help inform and inspire buyers, sellers and owners of land and rural real estate.
5 Easy Tips for Taking a Great Land Listing Photo
High-quality images are one of the most important assets in attracting viewers and potential buyers to your listing, and ultimately to sending you a lead.
Holt Cat’s Peter John Holt: The Value of the Greater Good
Peter John Holt, executive vice president and general manager of Holt Cat in San Antonio, runs his business by the same principles by which he lives his life.
Nature Photography: A Natural Fit for Landowners
While a picture is worth a thousand words, a nature photography operation can be worth thousands of dollars to landowners.
Listing of the Week: Maine Timberland Tract with Significant Capital Potential
Armstrong Brook Forest is a northern Maine timberland investment opportunity with an established road network, moderate terrain, scenic water features and a recent inventory indicating a capital timber value of $2.5 million. It is located in the small town of Stockholm, Maine, about 30 miles south of the Canadian border. Despite its remote location, the property is […]
Five Hollywood Films That Can Actually Help You Survive in the Wild
With Oscars season upon us, we take a look at five Hollywood movies where wilderness survival goes beyond CGI special effects.
Guide to the Lands of America Comparable Sales Program
The Lands of America Comparable Sales program was put together to offer one centralized, nationwide location to assist in valuating properties.
