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Blue Mountain Peak Ranch: No Place for Complacency
“We find this state to be wonderful for private stewardship,” said Taylor, owner of the Blue Mountain Peak Ranch near Mason, which was honored with the 2016 Leopold Conservation Award for Texas.
Third Quarter Prices Rise: A Look at the Q3 2016 Land Market in Texas
By the end of the third quarter, Texas land markets had shaken off the drag inspired by low oil prices and challenging returns to agriculture to post a 4.6 percent increase over 2015 prices. At $2,554 per acre, 2016 markets saw prices reach historically high levels statewide. That third quarter increase indicated market trends moved […]
How to Properly Position Purple Paint to Put Off Trespassers
Reasonable people respect private property rights and would never trespass. But just in case trespassers are tempted to stray onto your land, there are some things you can do as a landowner to indicate your property is yours and entry is only by your invitation.
Listing of the Week: Epic West Texas Ranch for Sale in Jeff Davis County
Our listing of the week is Livermore Ranch, a one-of-a-kind property in the rugged Davis Mountains region of West Texas, which is an area of steep-sided, 7,000-foot peaks, plunging canyons and signature big-game wildlife.
Lands of America October 2016 Land News & Trends
October 2016 saw the arrival of the stunning Lion Mountain Ranch in West Texas on the market plus a huge swath of southeastern timberland in Tennessee and Kentucky.
Texas Wildlife Association Member Profile: Stephen “Tio” Kleberg
Stephen J. “Tio” Kleberg is a cowboy by nature and a rancher by nurture. “When most kids are in elementary school, they aspire to be firemen or doctors or policemen, but I always wanted to be a cowboy,” Kleberg, who represents the fifth generation to have lived and worked on King Ranch, says.
Lands of America September 2016 Land News & Trends
News from Lands of America in September 2016, including a turnkey income-producing farming operation near Dallas, Texas, and a massive working cattle ranch in the high-desert region of western Arizona.
Hunting in Texas: More than Just a Whitetail State
Don’t overlook Texas when prospecting around for options to pursue mule deer and elk.
Is Leasing Your Land for Commercial Hunting a Good Idea? A View from the Field
With hunting season just around the corner, now is the time to put hunting lease agreements in place. Whether it’s an individual or commercial operation, there are pros and cons to each arrangement. Writer Heather Richie went out in the field to join one outfitter for a hunt and learn more about the professional land-lease relationship for landowners.
Broker Spotlight: Hodde Real Estate
Randy Hodde, co-owner of Hodde Real Estate in Brenham, is a matchmaker. “We’re property matchmakers… we help people find their place.”
The Texas Agricultural Land Trust: Created by Landowners for Landowners
Conservation easements, as part of a comprehensive estate plan, can help families pass their ranches to the next generation.
Off to the Races: A Look at the Q2 2016 Land Market in Texas
Despite continuing turmoil in the oil patch, Texas land markets managed to post a small price gain in the second quarter of 2016, moving up just short of 2.5 percent to $2,500 per acre from the 2015 year-end price of $2,441 per acre.
Obituary: Dax Howard Pass
It is with sadness that we report the death of Dax Pass. He passed away peaceful following complications from a heart attack suffered over the weekend.
Backyard Crown Jewels: Land for Sale Near National Parks
The National Park Service celebrates its 100th birthday in 2016. Here is some of our favorite land for sale on the doorstep of these treasured public lands.
Lakes and Swimming Holes to Escape the Summer Swelter
With the eastern U.S. bathed like a wet blanket in record heat, we indulged in some escapist research to locate swimming holes perfect for a cooling dip.
Destination Spotlight: North Texas Horse Country
The equine industry has exploded in the North Texas corridor traveling north on highway 377 leading out of the Dallas area from Aubrey to Whitesboro.
Buyers Beware: Five Things You Need to Know Before Buying Property in Texas
If a seller doesn’t know something, beware. By not investigating this for yourself, you could be in for an unwelcome surprise after you close on a property.
Guide to the Best State Fairs
State fairs spell summer and fall fun across the country, with livestock shows, big-name musical acts, carnival rides and heapings of fresh seasonal food.
Lands of America June 2016 Land News & Trends
June saw the arrival of a 69,550-acre Wyoming ranch and $100 million Texas game ranch, along with our long-awaited property types search feature!
