The Emotional Side of Selling Land: Helping Families Move On: Covers compassionate communication, the weight of selling ancestral land, and the broker’s role in honoring a family’s legacy.
The Emotional Side of Selling Land: Helping Families Move On: Covers compassionate communication, the weight of selling ancestral land, and the broker’s role in honoring a family’s legacy.: Agricultural Opportunities in Washington State Washington State’s diverse agricultural landscape offers numerous opportunities for farmers, ranchers, and rural land buyers. Understanding the unique characteristics of Pacific Northwest […]
Working With Buyer Clients: How to Protect People Making Their Biggest Investment: Explains how to guide buyers through due diligence, soil sampling, well and septic considerations, access issues, timber evaluation, and zoning research.
Protecting Your Investment: Guiding Buyers Through Due Diligence In the realm of real estate, navigating the purchase of rural land in Washington State and the Pacific Northwest can be complex. Farmers, ranchers, and rural land buyers need to consider several factors, from soil quality to zoning regulations. This article aims to guide buyers through the […]
Why Land Brokerage in the Pacific Northwest Is Unlike Anywhere Else: Highlights Washington’s diverse landscapes, from irrigated farmland to high desert to forested mountain parcels—each with its own market dynamics.
Understanding the Unique Landscape and Market Dynamics of the Pacific Northwest The Pacific Northwest, notably Washington State, is a region of the United States characterized by diverse landscapes and unique market dynamics. This region encompasses a breathtaking array of terrains, from irrigated farmland and high desert areas to forested mountain parcels, each providing distinct potentials […]
The Art of Pricing Large Acreage Correctly: Explores soil surveys, timber studies, comparable sales, CRP contracts, water rights, and what differentiates true land specialists from generalists.
The Art of Pricing Large Acreage Correctly: A Comprehensive Guide Understanding how to accurately price large acreage is an essential skill for land brokers, farmers, ranchers, and rural land buyers in Washington State and the Pacific Northwest. This article will delve into the various factors that influence pricing, including soil surveys, timber studies, comparable sales, […]
Endangered Sage Grouse and the Bodyguard Bovine
The Sage Grouse: A Pivotal Species in Washington’s Ecosystem The Greater Sage-Grouse, a bird native to the sagebrush landscape of the western United States, has become a figure of conservation concern. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) have reported that numbers of this once plentiful bird are […]
Environmental Considerations Every Broker Should Understand: Discusses wetlands, critical areas, riparian systems, wildlife habitat, conservation easements, and how these affect property value and land use.
Understanding Environmental Considerations in Land Brokerage As land brokers, we play a critical role in the stewardship of natural resources. Our duties extend beyond closing deals; we also help protect water, soil, wildlife corridors, and agricultural viability. To do so effectively, we must understand certain environmental considerations, such as wetlands, critical areas, riparian systems, wildlife […]
Why animal activists should be farming for the future
Introduction: Aligning Animal Activism with Future Farming Animal activism is often seen as opposed to agricultural practices. However, this perspective overlooks the potential for synergy between these two fields. The future of farming is evolving towards more sustainable and ethical methods, providing animal activists with an opportunity to influence agricultural practices in a positive way. […]
Land Brokerage and Lifestyle: Freedom, Flexibility, and Real-World Work: Describes the unique lifestyle benefits—working from your truck, planning your own hours, and spending your days where most people vacation.
Embracing Freedom and Flexibility as a Land Broker Engaging in land brokerage offers a unique lifestyle that combines freedom, flexibility, and real-world work. Instead of being confined to an office environment, land brokers spend their working hours in the great outdoors of Washington State and the Pacific Northwest, surveying expansive farms, ranches, and rural lands. […]
suburan farming: getting started
Suburban farming is an increasingly popular choice for Washington State residents. Whether you’re an experienced farmer or a beginner, starting a suburban farm can be an exciting venture that offers numerous benefits. This article will provide a comprehensive guide on how to get started with suburban farming in Washington State and the Pacific Northwest, focusing […]
a guide to selling your ranch: capital gains tax
Understanding Capital Gains Tax: A Primer for Ranch Sales For many farmers, ranchers, and rural land owners in Washington State and the broader Pacific Northwest, selling a ranch is a significant financial event. However, the sales process involves navigating a complex series of tax laws, among which the capital gains tax stands out. This guide […]
