The American Land Man

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back with part two of a mini-series with Ryan Kirby. Ryan is a world-renowned Outdoor Industry Artist and is also a buyer of multiple pieces of American Land for hunting. We discuss: Buying land out of state Art as passion & investment Market predictions & buying tips Trusting partnerships in property deals Enhancing propertie...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio with Mike Lindahl. Mike is the co-owner of Domain Food Plot Seeds. We discuss: The role of soil health in hunting Benefits of regenerative food plots Non-conventional seeding strategies Attracting diverse wildlife species Revitalizing tired soils Art & science behind seed blends Benefits of "greening"...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio with Joanna and Michael Delegan. Joanna and Michael own Heritage Family Forestry and have personally been a wealth of knowledge and resources for me logging on my farms and they can help do the same for you! We discuss: Forest management for assets and wildlife Sustainable forest management Assessing tree value Mana...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back with part one of a mini-series with Ryan Kirby. Ryan is a world-renowned Outdoor Industry Artist and is also a buyer of multiple pieces of American Land for hunting. We discuss: Creative art meets outdoor industry Tricks to flipping land profitably Hunting for ideal properties to invest Identifying promising land opportunities Ry...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back talking with Tony Smieja. Tomy owns a company called Waterways Restoration and we take a deep dive into the topic of water on your property and what you can and cannot do. We discuss: Water features as equity gainers Real stories of value increase Immediate transformation impact The magic of well-managed water Pricing for water r...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back talking with Adam Lewis. Adam is a science teacher and the founder of Deer IQ. We discuss: Emotions of Land Sale Deer Camp Memories Bonds Formed Through Hunting Land sale brings mixed feelings Memories of family hunts relived Deer hunting culture in Michigan The emotional impact of selling family land Adam's final hunt on his...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back talking with repeat guest Al Tomechko, the co-owner of Vitalize Seed Company. We discuss: Reducing input costs through regenerative tactics Strategies for planting diverse plots Impact on soil health over generations Potential antler growth linked to mild winters Strategies for establishing and maintaining plots Soil health over...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio with Ryan Stark. Ryan is a former Marine like myself who owns Stark Lavender Fields. We Discuss: Ex-Marine's switch to lavender farming Profit-making with as little as one acre Lavender's therapeutic & financial bloom From combat to calming cultivation Aromatic farming revitalizes the land Lavender as a...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio with repeat guest Nick Pronold. Nick was on episode #46 talking about a possible flood of foreclosures from covid buyers. We Discuss: Exploring the implications of a pivotal lawsuit Understanding the lawsuit's impact The evolving future of real estate commissions The benefits of hiring a proactive agent Land spe...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Jared Van Hees. Jared is the co-owner of Vitalize Seed and co-host of The Habitat Podcast. We Discuss: Insights on buying and selling land Strategies for Better Habitat Plans Market predictions for 2024 Discussion on hunting over bait Benefits of starting small in land investment Land management strateg...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Collin Rayome. Collin is a client of mine who turned one of his farms into a full-time job selling grass-fed beef. We Discuss: Farming with ingenuity under 30 Soil health boosts land value Navigating barriers in land investment Hobby farming to profitable ventures Soil health as core farm strategy Multi...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio after a little bit of a hiatus talking with Zach Austin. Zach is a client of mine whom I helped find his first-ever piece of property to flip. It was actually a property I had my eye on but I gave the deal to Zach and he's now well on his way to buying and flipping properties for profit. We Discuss: Getting star...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Jake Polk. Jake is the founder of Polk Whitetail Management and was a client of mine who I sold an overlooked farm to years ago that he has turned into a whitetail paradise. We Discuss: Focusing on fence line funnels and tree line funnels can attract big bucks Subtle funnels may not be visible from aeri...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we got invited to be a guest speaker on the Landgate webinar with Landgate owner Craig Kaiser. We Discuss: Carbon credits are a monetary incentive for landowners to offset carbon emissions Carbon credits are driven by photosynthesis Different variables such as tree and soil types impact the amount of carbon that can be sequestered Owning lan...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio talking about how to make sure that you get first crack at your dream property when it gets listed. We Discuss: Make it easy for your agent to assist you by being accessible and responsive Consider a buyer agency agreement Paying a fee to a buyer agent can prioritize your interests and streamline the buying process...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Alec Marquette. We get into the importance of mindset and strategy, the concept of house hacking and using direct mail to find deals. We Discuss: He has grossed $438,000 in sales with a $138,000 gross income, doing this business as a side hustle House hacking allows Alec to live in a duplex while collec...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio doing a monologue talking about the current market conditions. We Discuss: Lessons learned from making an offer on the property, overlooking important details, and dealing with unexpected issues. Access documentation and easement language are crucial Sellers are typically hesitant to accept offers with many continge...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Trent Tinder. We get into the journey of turning a rundown property into a hunting paradise, the process behind building a cabin in the woods, and the challenges, personalization, and memories associated with the project. We Discuss: Despite the initial mess and rundown buildings, Trent saw the potentia...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with repeat guest Michael Turner. We get into the importance of accurate disclosures in real estate transactions, highlighting a story about a problematic as-is home purchase, negotiation strategies for land improvements and the need for problem-solving skills in the real estate industry. We Discuss: Utilizi...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with fellow Tre Kerns. Tre is a fellow Whitetail Properties Land Specialist in West Virginia. We get into the current state of the real estate market in West Virginia, the challenges and opportunities for buyers and sellers, the influence of seller expectations on sales, and overall trends in the market. We...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are talking with Brian Graeb. Brian is a fellow Whitetail Properties Land Specialist who is also a fisheries biologist. We talked about Brians company, Blue Wing Outdoors the specializes in pond construction. We Discuss: Habitat plays a crucial role in fish productivity and growth. The recommended amount of high quality habitat to improve...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are talking with Joe Dierker, the founder of First Harvest Land Exchange LLC. We cover the benefits and intricacies of the 1031 tax-deferred exchange, soil mapping for land valuation, and the step-up in basis in the tax code. They explore the strategies, timelines, and necessary documentation for a successful 1031 exchange, as well as the...

On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are talking with Al Tomechko, the co-owner of Vitalize Seed Company. We cover the importance of soil health and diverse plant species for maximizing the nutritional value and protein availability for whitetail deer, balanced carbon and nitrogen ratios, diverse plant structures, and the role of microbiology in optimizing biology and nutrie...

Hello and welcome to the American Land Man Podcast! In today's episode, we are back in the studio with Chad Ettmueller. Chad is the the Senior Vice President of JCR Settlements. We talk about the advantages of structured installment annuities for individuals aiming to generate long-term wealth. Chad explains the process, benefits, and options available, including fixed and indexed annuity choi...

Hello and welcome to the American Land Man Podcast! In today's episode, we are back in the studio with Grant Phillips. Grant is the CEO and founder of GLP Services Machine Shop, who shares his inspiring story of building a successful business and becoming an American landman. Grant's journey proves that with hard work and determination, anyone can achieve their goals. The episode highlight...