In All Earnesty

In All Earnesty

You’ve discovered the perfect ranch in Montana that you simply cannot live without, or perhaps a luxurious waterfront vacation home that promises to create cherished memories for years to come. What is the next step? Your real estate agent will prepare the purchase and sale agreement and other related documents. One crucial element to define…

Real Estate Terminology For Buying and Selling a Farm or Ranch

Real Estate Terminology For Buying and Selling a Farm or Ranch

When buying a ranch or farm, knowing some real estate terms related to these types of properties is helpful. Understanding these terms can make the process smoother and ensure you’re making informed decisions.   1031 Exchange: Named for its section in the tax code, a 1031 Exchange allows investors to defer capital gains taxes when selling a property and reinvesting the…

What Type of Land Would You Choose To Live On?

What Type of Land Would You Choose To Live On?

What would you choose if you had the opportunity to reside on any type of land, irrespective of its size or location? Landthink posed this question to its readers, revealing that 35% of respondents favored a ranchette or farmette as their ideal living situation. Following closely were waterfront properties, which tied with rural undeveloped land….

Farm Machinery Sales Drop

Farm Machinery Sales Drop

This year’s forecasted dip in farm incomes has farmers tightening their belts faster than a rodeo cowboy! With wallets feeling the pinch, spending on shiny new farm machinery is taking a nosedive. Big names like John Deere are responding with a production slowdown and lowering their earnings expectations, forecasting a whopping 31% drop in 2024…

Why Offering Buyer’s Agent Compensation Is a Win-Win

Why Offering Buyer’s Agent Compensation Is a Win-Win

We are committed to staying informed about changes in the market and industry, particularly regarding recent adjustments to real estate policies affecting property listings in Multiple Listing Services (MLS). Notably, sellers are no longer mandated to offer buyer agent compensation to list their properties in most NAR-affiliated MLS. This change often raises questions about why…

Button Up Your Farm For Winter

Button Up Your Farm For Winter

Winter Preparation for Your Farm: Essential Steps As winter settles in across various regions, it is imperative to begin preparations for your farm to withstand the cold months ahead. Proper winterization safeguards your land, crops, and livestock, ensuring that your farm is primed for growth when spring arrives. This guide outlines the fundamentals of winter…

What Will 2025 Bring for Ag Landowners and Producers?

What Will 2025 Bring for Ag Landowners and Producers?

2024 has primarily been marked by stability and resilience in the land real estate market, following the significant appreciation in land values witnessed in recent years. While the increase in values has slowed in many markets nationwide, the lack of a large-scale downturn in land prices reflects the continued demand for available land across the…

Tis the Season for…Buying and Selling!

Tis the Season for…Buying and Selling!

As the holiday season approaches, many landowners and consumers may not be thinking about the real estate market. However, this festive period can present unique opportunities for those looking to buy or sell land in Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, and North Dakota. With fewer transactions and motivated participants, now might be the perfect time to make…

What is My Land Worth?

What is My Land Worth?

As land specialists, Corder and Associates understand the importance of assessing your property in Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, and North Dakota. Each parcel of land is unique, so a simple calculator can’t provide an accurate valuation. Over recent years, the significant fluctuations in land values have left many landowners asking, “What is my land worth?” and…