spe • cial • ist | spe-sh(ə-)list noun
a person who specializes in a particular occupation, practice or field of study
Holly Van Cleve
Ranch Broker
Foster Farm & Ranch
Live with purpose. Life is precious.”
Where do you live? South Texas
Where do you work? I concentrate in South Texas and the Hill Country.
What drew you to ranch and recreational real estate? Being a landowner/rancher myself, working with landowners in the oil and gas business and my family’s feed store has given me intense knowledge to facilitate others in buying and selling.
What makes the corner of the world where you work special? I was born, raised and live in the heart of deer country, which is commonly referred to as the “Golden Triangle.” We also have some of the most beautiful sunrises and sunsets known.
What are the three most important tools in a ranch broker’s kit? For myself it is integrity, dedication and professionalism.
If you could call anywhere on the planet home, where would it be? Why? I love where I am. I am fortunate and have had many blessings bestowed upon me.
What’s the most profound lesson you’ve learned from the land or its people? Owning land is a privilege.
Listener or talker? Definitely a listener. As the saying goes, we were given one mouth and two ears for a reason.
If you had one extra hour of time per day, how would you use it? Being outdoors is one of my greatest joys. Being able to share it with others is even more rewarding.
Would you rather be without Internet for a week or your phone? Internet. A phone call is personal.
If you could give one sentence advice about how to live life, what would that be? Live to be an inspiration to others, and surround yourself with positive individuals.
Describe your perfect work day. Finalizing a ranch or land sale where all parties involved are happy.
What is your most memorable deal to date? Every land transaction and person I have dealt with had its own unique gratifications.
Learn more about Holly & Foster Farm & Ranch at FosterFarmandRanch.com