Ranch News
Welcome to Harrigan Land Company’s ranch blog, designed to keep you up to date on what’s happening in the dynamic world of hunting and fishing properties throughout the Rocky Mountain West. Here we share our knowledge of “secret corners” of the Rockies overlooked by many, the ins and outs of conservation easements, current news relevant to the ranch real estate market and our own hunting and fishing tips that may turn your next trip into a spectacular success. At Harrigan Land Company, we’re dedicated to serving you. Through this blog, we hope that our seasoned knowledge of hunting, fishing and the great ranches of the Rockies will increase your love for these things, too, and enable you to “dream big” about that special piece of the West that’s in your future. Explore and enjoy.
April 27, 2023
Premier Colorado Fishing Property For Sale – Broadacres Ranch
Offered in two configurations of 600 acres and 241 acres, the fabled Broadacres Ranch is available for purchase.
December 23, 2023
Winter is busy on the ranch for both work and play
Winter on a Rocky Mountain ranch might be considered a slow time for some. With livestock close to home and access to distant pastures difficult due to snow, it might be tempting to kind of hibernate and wait out the season. But owners of ranch real estate know that the work never really stops on… Read more »
November 27, 2023
Readying your ranch for the holidays
There’s nothing wrong with getting into the holiday spirit if you own ranch real estate. Decorating for the holidays is a good way to foment goodwill among your local community. It’s also a great way to showcase your ranch to prospective buyers. Often, large ranches, particularly legacy ranches, are sources of pride among locals. Working… Read more »
November 17, 2023
How to keep property taxes in check for ranch real estate
Across the West, ranch real estate prices and valuation remain quite robust. Thankfully, taxes on ranches and agricultural land in the West are based on their agricultural values, not their real property value. But there are things that owners of ranch real estate can do to reduce their tax burden, even when property assessments rise.… Read more »
November 6, 2023
Is a 1031 exchange good for you as an investor?
With the right qualified intermediary and a knowledgeable ranch broker, it can be a great way to defer capital gains taxes Large ranch real estate has appreciated greatly over the last several years. That means prospective sellers could be looking at significant capital gains taxes once a sale is complete. But, if you, as a… Read more »
October 27, 2023
Ranch real estate owners can earn tax incentives from conservation easements
What is a conservation easement? In the simplest terms possible, conservation easements are development restrictions placed on a property in exchange for tax benefits that can be utilized by the grantor. What kind of sacrifices should ranch real estate owners expect to make in order to achieve these tax incentives? In a typical conservation easement… Read more »
August 17, 2023
Ranch property owners can earn money on the carbon market
Ranch property owners with significant acreage might be missing out on an important income opportunity. And, as a bonus, they could help sequester carbon dioxide and assist with the ongoing climate crisis. The carbon market is significant, and large corporations that, by simply doing their business, contribute carbon dioxide to the atmosphere are under increasing… Read more »
April 20, 2023
Spring is a great time to sell ranch property
For ranch owners and investors interested in selling, there’s no time like the present. Spring is the best time of year to sell ranches and farms. Buyers are motivated. Real estate markets are coming out of the winter doldrums, and prices are generally on the upswing. What’s more, the weather is better, allowing more people… Read more »
April 6, 2023
Why a ranch broker is the best choice to help you sell your ranch property
Brokers understand the needs of their clients and the current market. They understand ranches, their resources and how those resources are used and replenished.
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 »
March 3, 2023
Why ownership structure is important for ranch buyers
Owning a ranch is a serious commitment, both in terms of time and financial resources. It’s important to make sure your ranch ownership structure is conducive to the goals you hope to achieve by buying and owning ranch property. First, there’s a lot to consider when you buy ranch property. From a simple investment to… Read more »
June 9, 2021
Ten Best Flies for Fishing Rocky Mountain Waters
The goal for any fisherman is to catch a fish on every river he or she fishes. While some just have more luck than others, each fisherman’s success depends heavily on the type of fly and bait they use. If you’re planning a fishing trip out West this season, we have put together a list… Read more »
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