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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.

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Premier Colorado Fishing Property For Sale – Broadacres Ranch
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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.

How to score an elk harvested from your ranch
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September 25, 2023

How to score an elk harvested from your ranch

Having elk on your ranch is a good sign. It means you have great wildlife habitat that’s necessary for big game to thrive. And that’s not just great for you as a hunter. It’s also good for you as a landowner and for the value of your ranch property. But how big are the elk… Read more »

How to tell if a ranch has good fly fishing
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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.

Spring is a great time to sell ranch property
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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 »

Why a ranch broker is the best choice to help you sell your ranch property
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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.

Four ways you can be taxed on the sale of your ranch
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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 »

Three things buyers need to know about grazing permits
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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 »

Why ownership structure is important for ranch buyers
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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 »

9 Questions to Ask Your Ranch Broker Before You Sell
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June 12, 2020

9 Questions to Ask Your Ranch Broker Before You Sell

If you’re thinking of selling your ranch, there are several things you should know before you sell. Number one is to find the right ranch broker for your ranch sale. Here’s a look at nine questions to ask your ranch broker before you hire. Here at Harrigan Land, we offer up one of the best… Read more »

What You Need to Know to Sell a Ranch
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June 5, 2020

What You Need to Know to Sell a Ranch

So you’re thinking about selling your ranch property. Ranches are complicated sales transactions, unlike regular residential real-estate, you’ll need to know a few handy tips to sell a ranch. The key is finding a qualified land broker to work with you. Here are a few tips for how to sell a ranch successfully. As a… Read more »

Harrigan Land Company Brokers Largest Private Ranch Sale in Colorado
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April 10, 2020

Harrigan Land Company Brokers Largest Private Ranch Sale in Colorado

We’re in the news! We recently sold one of the largest ranch properties in Colorado. The record-breaking $27M sale in Routt County boasts over 10,350 acres. This incredible ranch property houses over 90 ponds with substantial water rights. As one of the largest private land sales in the state, this record-breaking sale is something to… Read more »

SOLD Premier Northwestern Colorado Ranches for Sale
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October 9, 2017

SOLD Premier Northwestern Colorado Ranches for Sale

SOLD Premier Northwestern Colorado Ranches for Sale Lucky buyers searching for Colorado ranches for sale recently landed the Monument Butte Ranch, on the legacy property in Northwestern Colorado. Formerly a corporate retreat, the stunning recreational ranch features 21,793 acres of wild vistas. This vast slice of contingent land will bring lifetimes of fabulous hunting and… Read more »

Two Recent Ranch Sales in Colorado and Wyoming
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June 16, 2016

Two Recent Ranch Sales in Colorado and Wyoming

More Colorado and Wyoming ranch sales: The spring is off to a strong start for most mountain ranch brokerages. Harrigan Land Company is no exception with two Colorado and Wyoming ranch sales in June. Big Cimarron River Ranch was one of Gunnison Counties finest small acreage ranches for sale. With 391 acres adjoining thousands of… Read more »

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Discovering a property that checks all your boxes often starts with you looking at the wrong priorities. Our Ranch Discovery Matrix can help you identify the ranch you need that aligns with your lifetime dreams.

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We have over 30 years of experience throughout Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, Montana and New Mexico. We know these states well, including some “undiscovered” places. We are offering best hunting ranches for sale along with other premier properties
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