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When you are looking into buying a ranch, consider this. It is very possible that within the next few years CNG and LNG will be the fuels of the future. A higher demand for Natural Gas may make it even harder to buy a ranch with mineral rights. If want to know more information about CNG and it’s counter parts be sure to visit http://www.GastoCNG.com. There you will be able to learn all you need to know. If you do find a ranch for sale with mineral rights my advice is, buy it up before it’s to late.
Texas is in distress, With record breaking drought coupled with shortages in hay for our farm animals we need help. Today a report on Fox News said that FEMA one of our most important relief agencies is quickly running out of money. They have had many disasters to deal with over the last few months, from floods to hurricanes, droughts and wild fires. Here in Texas floods and hurricanes would be a welcome sight, however we have not been so lucky. FEMA, is focused more on the relief of our wild fire victims more than our other problems. But the fact is that we need help all around. What will happen when FEMA runs out of money is yet to be seen. President Obama has said that he will not let FEMA run out of money, which is projected to happen towards the end of this week. Many are skeptical about what that might meen as far as where the money will come from. But this president does seem to have magical powers when it comes to making money appear out of thin air. I will keep my eye on this story and report back when more information arrises.
According to Fox News and Ranch Hand Rescue there is a shortage of hay for the horse and cattle population of Texas. This shortage is due to the obvious reason of our record breaking drought. It is reported that the cost of shipping hay to China is less than that of the cost to ship hay across the US. As a product of supply and demand the price of hay is currently at an all time high. With the shortage of water and the increase of price on hay this is not good for the Ranching community of Texas. We need to work together to solve this problem if you have any ideas on ow to fix this problem please contact Ranch Hand Rescue, they are working hard to help us through this hard time.
Are you planning to buy a ranch that includes a home? Do you wish to spend peaceful holidays away from the hustle and bustle of city life ? Or you are planning to buy a ranch home because you are interested in hunting? No matter what the desire is, when you decide to buy a ranch home, the most important step to consider is how you are going to secure money to buy the ranch.
Buying a ranch home means a good deal of investment. It is different than buying any other property- not to mention, much more costly than buying an ordinary house or apartment. When you decide you want to look into buying a Ranch with a Home you should also be thinking about buying the land surrounding it. Consequently, this process as a whole can become very expensive if you do not do your research. If you do not have the cash to buy a ranch home, you should start looking for means to secure finance.
Follow the tips given below to secure finance for buying a ranch:
If you are not an expert in this field you can count on Ranch World to tell you what you need as we have been doing well in this field for years. They will help you with everything starting from finding a good ranch, addressing legal issues as well as securing finance.
Have you decided to sell your horse trailer? Before selling, you will need to establish if it is in usable condition. First, determine if the trailer is void of any major damages and that it can be transported safely. Minor damages and wear and tear can be overlooked. The lights and trailer brakes should work properly. Obviously, the better the condition, the easier it is to sell. You should also keep the registration papers and the bill of sale ready for the potential buyers. The condition of the horse trailer and a fair price tag are two factors considered most by potential buyers. Remember- you are trying to sell a used horse trailer, so try to improve its appeal as much as you can by cleaning it properly.
Remove any traces of dirt and grime from the inside and outside portions of the horse trailer. First, clean the horse trailer with a pressure washer and then hand wash it. Make sure that there is no residue left. Proper cleaning of the horse trailer will improve its appearance and make it look more presentable in the pictures. Taking digital photos of the horse trailer is necessary because the photos will come in handy when you place advertisements for the selling of the trailer in the local newspapers and in online ranch classifieds. Classified advertisements with pictures always draw more attention of the potential buyers.
Determine the price of the trailer by checking the local Ranch World classified advertisements for trailers that are for sale and are similar to your trailer. This will help you to estimate a price for your horse trailer. Don’t forget to attach a sign reading ‘For Sale’ to your horse trailer and park it in a high-traffic area so as to be seen by commuters.
Do you wish to purchase a ranch home? You must know that buying a ranch home is not like buying an apartment or any other house. Buying a ranch is a different thing altogether. You can not buy a ranch home separately without buying the land surrounding the home. A ranch home is always built in a huge tract of land. It is quite similar to a farm house, so the surrounding land is part of the purchase.
There can be many reasons for which you wish to buy a ranch home. The major reason people want to buy a ranch is that they wish to rear some animals. Raising sheep and cattle can serve as a source of income. Another reason that might inspire one to buy a ranch home is that you may wish to own vacation property outside of the busy city.
No matter what the reason is, you need to understand that buying a ranch is never an easy affair. The price of ranch properties has increased within the past few years. You can find advertisements about “for sale ranches” on the Internet or in the newspapers. Before buying a ranch, do some research so you can be knowlegable about what to expect when beginning the investment process.
Considering a few things is important before buying a ranch. Here is a list of items you should think about before making such an important investment.
Finding a great property that fits your wants and needs can be tedious and time consuming. It is always recommended to seek counsel from professionals when making such an important purchase. Our staff at RanchWorld would love to be a part of your search process.
Guided hunts are a great way to spend a vacation. Whether with friends or family- you are guaranteed to have a blast. From Mule deer to sport fishing, and everything in between, there is sure to be something for everyone to enjoy.
Hog hunting has always been an old-fashioned favorite around Texas. Wild Boars are considered to be an annoyance by most. They are comparable to rats in that they breed quickly and produce large numbers of offspring. For this reason, hog hunts can be reserved almost anywhere in Texas. Sometimes, if you’re lucky, landowners will actually pay you to decrease the hog population on their land.
If hog hunting is not what you are looking for, there are many other options to choose from. Over the past few years, the price of killing trophy game animals has actually dropped. Because of the current financial and economic situation affecting the population, hunters are less inclined to pay upwards of $10,000 to shoot a trophy Black Buck. Therefore, hunting guides have realized the need to lower their prices in order to meet the demands of the market. For example, last year at the Dallas Safari Club show, the price of a trophy elk hunt had dropped from the $9,000 range to the $6,000 range. We are talking about a four day, all-inclusive trip. As stated earlier, the economy has hit everyone hard and hunting guides are willing to make a deal. Taking advantage of a great hunt and possibly even checking something off of the bucket list might be something worth looking in to- especially at such a discounted rate.
Benefits of guided hunts:
It is a guide’s job to make your trip fun and enjoyable. They want you to enjoy the experience and come back again in the future. Let them take care of all the hard parts; all you have to do is pull the trigger and enjoy the hunt.
The weather has unfortunately caused a rough summer for Texas and its surrounding states. First, we were plagued with devastating wildfires sweeping through the state, and now we are dealing with a major drought. Since last October, we have been experiencing a record drought that is unparalleled to any other since 1895. Our lakes are evaporating at an alarming rate and causing fish to die in bodies of water all over the state. This problem is especially discomforting to farm and ranch owners. The majority of wildlife living in rural areas throughout Texas heavily depends on these lakes and ponds to survive.
There have been numerous reports of female deer abandoning their fawns all over the state as a result of thirst and hunger. They can barely provide for themselves, let alone provide for a dependent offspring. This situation is causing wildlife to move inwards closer to humans, which is also causing problems. Without guidance from their mothers, young deer will not last long in this heat. People are being asked to shelter these deer if possible until they can be moved to a facility capable of caring for them.
Fish kills are also a big problem plaguing the state. Each year, landowners spend a significant amount of money to create and maintain balanced fish populations in their tanks. The lack of new water and the presence of the extreme heat have really taken a toll on the fish environment. The temperature of the water causes oxygen issues for the fish especially in small tanks. Water at the top of the pond is so hot that it promotes growth of algae, which in turn reduces the amount of oxygen in the water. Fish are forced to live in the lowest parts of the lake searching for cooler temperatures.
Is there anything you can do to prevent the death of your fish and the evaporation of your tanks? Thankfully, yes. Installing a fountain which draws its water from the bottom of the lake can really help lower the temperature of the body of water as a whole. However, there are some ground rules. The fountain needs to be one with the least amount of water loss due to spray. Your main goal is to circulate the water and keep as much of it in the tank as possible. One more helpful tip to remember is that your fountain should only activate at night. For obvious reasons, running the fountain at night will lesson the chance of water loss due to heat/evaporation. This will increase the chance of cooling the lake throughout- instead of turning just the shallow and deep parts lukewarm.
Remember, fish need a place to hide from the heat. If they are too hot their metabolisms will speed up, thus hastening their death. Try and manage your cattle so that they do not focus on only one tank. Thinking long term and strategically is the only way to keep your valuable water present during this threatening weather.
When it rains, it pours…so let it rain.
There is no doubt that the Wildfires in Texas have subsided momentarily. Thunderstorms have helped quite a bit, especially in the Northeastern area of Texas. However, we are not out of the woods yet. According to the Texas Forest Service as of May 23 there are still fires currently burning in Archer County. This particular fire is 10 miles south of archer city and is 50% contained from the use of helicopter support. This fire’s fuel is mostly grasslands and assorted native plant life. So far, over 500 acres have burned. It is important to remember that there are still Burn Bans in most counties all over Texas. Wind gusts of over 20 MPH are forecasted for the next few days. These gusts will fuel any small, uncontrolled fire out of control in a hurry so it is imperative to be cautious when dealing with fire or even a truck in high grass. Do not underestimate the power of these fires. This is a dangerous threat and we need to keep our eyes on our investments.
Be sure to have insurance on your improvements. The more you invest in insurance the better off you will be after a fire. It has even been reported that high-end insurance companies such as Chubb out of Dallas took extra precautions to keep their insured properties safe. They did so by outsourcing fire preventative services to spray their insured properties. The lesson here is that if you are going to have any money in Texas Real Estate this year, make sure that your insurance is current and your coverage includes fire. If nothing else, you will have peace knowing that your property investments are safe and sound.
Below is a map showing the locations of fires in the United States and Mexico:
West Texas Wildfires
As we all know, Wildfires are sweeping across our precious Texas rural real estate. There are reports of over 1.5 million acres that have burned as of today, 4/21/11. These fires have threatened not only ranch and farmland but have even caused the evacuation of some small towns like Strawn Texas. As we all, here in Texas know, we do not want to loose Strawn. Otherwise where are we going to get a Chicken Fried Steak the size of a small truck tire? Please if you have any information that you want to get to the general public in regards to this fire, go to the contact us section of RanchWorld and send any information and pictures you might have to us. All kidding aside, this is a serious situation and we would like to help in any way that we can. Please if you are in the area, keep the fires to a minimum and be careful when you are driving near the problem areas. Most deaths that occur when dealing with wildfires are caused by people getting lost in the smoke near the fire. Keep a safe distance, make sure you have a foolproof way out, and pray for Mary’s Cafe.
