Elite Ranches
Owning a ranch in the breathtaking state of Colorado may feel like a dream as tall as the Rocky Mountains. However, what if we told you buying your own Colorado hunting ranch, cattle ranch, horse property, or fly fishing property in Colorado might be easier and more attainable than you think? Ranches for sale in Colorado can offer diverse landscapes of arid deserts, massive canyonlands, lush river corridors, and towering snow-capped Rocky Mountains. Many Colorado ranches are also close to world-class ski resorts, entertainment, and fine dining.
August 28, 2023
Time to gear up for archery elk season
Archery elk season is under way in a number of western states, or just on the horizon in others. If you haven’t geared up, now’s the time to get everything in order. From footwear to your choice in broadheads, elk hunting is a tactical endeavor, and the better you prepare, the better your chances for... Read more »
August 9, 2023
How to prepare your ranch for hunting season
Archery season is almost upon us, and for ranch owners who love to hunt and have significant acreage to make the pastime possible, it’s time to get the property prepared for the coming season. Putting in the needed effort now, before you or hunters you allow on your land take to field, can be the... Read more »
July 29, 2023
Land banking: investing in ranch property to safely park money
With an ever-more volatile stock market where progress graphs look a lot like a sketchy EKG readout, finding dependable places to park money without risking it is getting more and more difficult. But one strategy remains solid, even if it’s not exactly flashy: land banking. What is land banking? Land banking is exactly what it... Read more »
July 21, 2023
Legacy ranches are sought after by investors
Over the last few years, investment in “legacy ranches” across the West has grown in popularity. A number of factors created the “perfect storm” for investing in large, rural properties with certain assets. According to Harrigan Land Co.’s Hunter Harrigan, the legacy land boom can be largely attributed to three outside circumstances. The pandemic inspired... Read more »
July 14, 2023
Colorado ranch owners can capitalize on quality fishing
Fishable water abounds on Colorado ranches. Properties that possess quality trout waters, either in the form of free-flowing streams or even large, fabled rivers, enjoy added value thanks to the fishing these waters provide. First, intact and fishable rivers and streams likely means that overall habitat on the ranch property is in good shape. This... Read more »
May 10, 2023
Creative ways to fish your property during runoff
Fly fishing for trout during high water is doable, if you know what you're doing.
April 24, 2023
How to tell if a ranch has good fly fishing
A ranch with a viable trout fishery can fetch top dollar among investors who love to fly fish.
March 13, 2023
Four ways you can be taxed on the sale of your ranch
Yup, it’s tax season. If you sold your ranch in 2022, now’s the time to work with your tax advisor to help you preserve as much of your sales proceeds as possible and avoid steep tax penalties when you file with the IRS. And there’s some good news — there are several perfectly legal and... Read more »
March 7, 2023
Three things buyers need to know about grazing permits
Buying ranch property can be a complex endeavor. Prospective investors must consider a number of factors before making a purchasing decision. Water access, grazable acreage, the health of the property’s wildlife habitat, the condition of the property’s improvements … everything deserves a keen eye. For investors considering ranch property that comes with a public lands... Read more »
February 8, 2023
The pros and cons of investing in a ranch vs. a farm
Know the difference between farms and ranches when you begin your search for investment acreage, and make sure you choose the right option for you. If you plan to run livestock, or use your land as a hunting and fishing retreat, you’ll want a ranch. If you wish to grow and market crops, you’re better... Read more »
January 23, 2023
Five ways to keep your herds healthier and happier this winter
Winter in the Rockies can be absolutely beautiful. But for livestock, winter is when they’re most susceptible to everything from predators to illness. For ranch owners who run livestock, it’s important to pay extra attention to their animals. Livestock care is not as difficult as many think. Ranchers simply need to employ some common-sense management... Read more »
January 17, 2023
The importance of proper ranch maintenance
Ranchers seeking to protect the value of their property are aces at simple maintenance. For many ranch owners, ranch maintenance is part of their daily ranch management routine, right up there with caring for livestock, doing their books and taking care of their families. A properly maintained ranch is going to hold its value. And,... Read more »
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