Corder’s Corner

Oftentimes, land transactions involving farms and ranches may include leases with BLM (Bureau of Land Management). Landowners can pay the BLM to allow their cattle or livestock to graze on the public land. The Bureau of Land Management is keeping the federal grazing fee steady at $1.35 per animal unit month for 2024, while the…

The 2024 land market outlook in Montana is an intriguing topic that reflects the industry’s current state. With previously high-interest rates making potential buyers cautious, the market has experienced a decrease in new listings. However, despite this decline, the demand for properties in Montana remains high. As the election year approaches, industry experts predict a…

Discover the best of Colorado in the wintertime! Looking for the perfect winter getaway? Look no further than Colorado! With countless options for outdoor activities, it’s an ideal destination for everyone. From skiing and snowboarding to ice skating, dog sledding, snowmobiling, and ice climbing, there are endless ways to enjoy the snowy season. Relax and…

A robot that does the same work as a farmer with a shovel in a bin?! This innovative robot was created as a challenge from one friend, a farmer, to another, an engineer. The farmer asked his friend to build a robot so that he and his kids would never have to go into a…

Winter months can mean frigid temperatures, frosty mornings, and days devoid of much sunshine. But in the Rocky Mountain states, winter is just as full as summer, with adventurous outings and spectacular scenic drives. Wyoming is one such state in which winter gives new outdoor opportunities! You might just find that Wyoming’s winter wonderlands are…

Wintertime in Montana—it can be cold! But if you’re looking for a fun way to spend the snowy days, warm up with some brewskis before hitting the slopes! Montana ranks third for breweries per capita in the nation. Visiting the local breweries can make for quite a memorable road trip. What else is there to…

Colorado’s mineral rights follow closely with those of Wyoming and Montana. Mineral rights are defined as an interest in the minerals in the land together with a right to enter upon land and extract the minerals or a right to receive a royalty from the extraction of the minerals. Mineral rights can include some or…

The mineral rights in Wyoming have generated more than 2.2. billion dollars for the American government. It’s a lucrative business opportunity. The value of mineral rights has tripled in recent years thanks to innovations in obtaining minerals. Because of advancements made in technology, the process of locating new wells and mining has been greatly improved….

Purchasing land in Montana is more complex than a spot in the mountains. For instance, one must consider water rights, mineral rights, covenants, and restrictions, whether it has any other deed restrictions, easements, and more. Having an experienced REALTOR® on your team is a responsible and smart decision. Mineral rights are one aspect of a…

Who in their right mind gets half naked in the dead of winter with snow piled up around walkways, wearing flip-flops and a knit beanie only to de-robe and descend into a hole in the ground filled with water that smells like rotten eggs? Let me tell you, there is something especially magical about steam…