Private Listings
Find out what you need to know before you begin the purchase process. Read the latest article from Western Ranch Brokers for tips on how to narrow your search for the right property, understand what’s included in the purchase terms, and how to successfully navigate the sales process.
Author Archives: Lauren Francisco
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Dec
Dec
A look back at the 2022 Montana ranch real estate market, Western Brokers annual sales performance and thoughts on the year ahead.
06
Dec
Dec
Keep an eye out for Haven Meged and the other talented Montana athletes competing in the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo Dec 1-10, 2022.
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Nov
Nov
Western Ranch Brokers has been privileged to work on several projects with outdoor lifestyle photographer Brian Grossenbacher. Best known for his fly fishing and bird hunting images, the former fly fishing guide has built an impressive portfolio of commercial work for brands like Yeti, Orvis, and Simms and is regularly featured in outdoor magazines like Field and Stream and Outdoor Life.
09
Nov
Nov
For Montana cattle ranchers, it’s shipping season—the time of year calves are sorted, weighed and shipped. It’s a great time to celebrate all of the hard work of the past year, the camaraderie of the ranch community and of course one of the biggest paydays of the year.
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Oct
Oct
The Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) pays farmers and rancher to take their private agricultural lands out of production, and to add cover such as trees and grasses instead. The goal of the program is to protect environmentally sensitive areas from soil erosion and improve the quality of natural resources and wildlife habitats.
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Oct
Oct
More than just a sizable asset—a Montana ranch is part of a family’s legacy, and selling it can be a complex and emotional process. Setting realistic expectations, preparing for the sales process and working with a trusted advisor can prove helpful in determining if and when you want to pass on your ranch property to someone new. Before you decide to sell your Montana ranch, consider the following best practices.
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Sep
Sep
Montana landowners interested in protecting their ranch from future development might consider implementing a conservation easement. Continue reading to learn more about what conservation easements are and how they work.
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Aug
Aug
Elk hunting season kicks off this week in Montana beginning with the archery season (September 3 – October 16). Seasoned hunters Bill Boyce and Caleb Campbell share a few moments from the previous years elk camp in the video below as they gear up for the 2022 season.
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Aug
Aug
The last several years have brought more newcomers to Montana than ever before, impacting both the culture and cost of living in many communities. With an ever increasing population and the record prices of land, is there still room for ranchers in Montana?