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May is officially National Beef Month! The Western Ranch Brokers team recognizes the contributions of local cattle ranchers to the beef industry and shares some of their favorite recipes for top quality Montana beef.
Category Archives: Expert Insights
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May
May
Real estate broker and podcaster Phil Wells interviews Western Ranch Broker’s Jim Toth on an episode of Top Broker to talk about Jim’s background, how he got into Montana ranch real estate and his advice for success in the ranch real estate market.
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Apr
Apr
As calving season in Montana goes into full swing, forecasters discuss what’s expected for the cattle market in the year ahead. Western Ranch Brokers takes a look at the anticipated demand and prices for cattle in 2023.
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Mar
Mar
2023 Outlook on the Montana water supply including current snowpack levels, forecasted spring weather and the potential for drought conditions in Montana during the summer season.
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Mar
Mar
Statistics for 2022 Montana land values and predictions for the year ahead from the annual “For Land’s Sake” presentation from Norman C. Wheeler & Associates at the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers (ASFMRA) 3rd Annual Winter Real Estate Roundup.
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Dec
Dec
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.
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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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Jun
Jun
A brief review of the different types of grazing leases and permits in Montana, how they work, and what happens to ownership of grazing rights in a real estate transaction.