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Planning for Pasture Rotation, Soil Improvement, and Weed Control
You’ve bought your ranch—now it’s time to make it yours. Whether you’re planning to run cattle yourself or lease the pasture to someone...
Jacob Story
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How to Reduce the Tax Liability at Your Ranch
When you buy a ranch, one of the biggest decisions you’ll make is how to utilize the property. One of the ways to utilize the property is...
Jacob Story
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From Contract to Close: What Happens in Farm & Ranch Deals
You’ve signed the contract—congratulations! Now the real work to prepare for ranch ownership begins. Before you close you want to 1)...
Jacob Story
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Drafting and Signing the Contract: What to Consider When Buying a Ranch
Once you’ve found the right ranch, negotiated a fair price, and agreed on the key terms, the next big step is drafting and signing the...
Jacob Story
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Negotiating price and terms for a land purchase
Negotiating the price and terms of a ranch purchase is an important step towards making yourself a landowner. The art of negotiation is...
Jacob Story
4 min read


Analyze Current and Future Market Conditions to Understand the Investment Potential
When it comes to buying a ranch, analyzing market conditions and the potential for future growth is one of the most important steps in...
Jacob Story
3 min read


Understanding Trends to Value Ranches and Future Growth
When buying a ranch, understanding the real estate market in your desired area is important for the future value of your investment....
Jacob Story
3 min read


How To Evaluate Water Sources on a Ranch
When it comes to buying a ranch, one of the most important things to think about in the North Texas area is water. Whether you’re raising...
Jacob Story
5 min read


How to Determine if a Ranch is Located in Flood Plain
When buying a ranch, one step that should not be overlooked is checking the flood plain status. The new Texas farm & ranch contracts take...
Jacob Story
3 min read
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