Jake Hofer
The Land Podcast - The Pursuit of Land Ownership and Investing
The Land Podcast is a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land. If you're interested in the pursuit of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals, then you're in the right place! Join Illinois licensed real estate broker Jake Hofer on his land journey and learn from some of the best in the land business along the way.
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Episodes
#177 - Given The Current Market, Should You Buy Land Right Now with Skip Sligh 21.07.2025 1:07:53
Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, we are back on the road, stopping in Iowa to chat with Skip Sligh. We discuss: Iowa's land market is influenced by commodity prices. Land...
#176 - The #1 Reason Why Your Fall Food Plot Will Fail: A Soil Master Class with Dr. Wes Wood 14.07.2025 1:04:00
Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, we are back in the studio to talk with Dr. Wes Wood. We discuss: Dr. Wes Wood shares his journey from academia to farming and soil science...
#174 - First Time Land Buyer Series: Building Wealth Through Real Estate To Buy His Wisconsin Farm with Jeremy Lopez 07.07.2025 1:05:14
Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, we are back in the studio to talk with Jeremy Lopez. We discuss: Jeremy shares his journey into real estate and buying his first farm. He...
#174 - First Time Land Buyer Series: The Complexities of Buying Land From a Corporation with Mike Kuhlkin 30.06.2025 59:01
Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, we are back in the studio to talk with Mike Kuhlkin. We discuss: Mike shares his journey to land ownership He’s a pastor in Perry, NY, wit...
#173 - Hard Lessons Learned From Building A Dream Whitetail Farm From Scratch with Steve Hanson 23.06.2025 1:06:14
Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, we are back on the road in Iowa and we made a pit stop to talk with none other than Steve Hanson. We discuss: Life offers no do-overs, but...
#172 - The CRAZIEST Real Estate Scam Ever: Almost Loosing $55,000 To An Overseas Real Estate Scammer with Brandon Martin and Kent Boucher 16.06.2025 1:12:58
Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, we are doing things a little differently. I co-host this episode with Kent Boucher of The First Gen Hunter Podcast & The Prairie Farm Podc...
#171 - First Time Land Buyer Series: Turning 18 Acres in Wisconsin Into 73 Acres in Minnesota with Travis 09.06.2025 57:15
Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, Jake sits down with Travis from Minnesota for an episode all about his land journey. We discuss: Utilizing home equity for down payment St...
#170 - First Time Land Buyer Series: Using Home Equity To Buy Land with Tyler Smith 02.06.2025 53:25
Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, Jake sits down with Tyler Smith for an episode all about his land journey. We discuss: Converting home equity into land The value in less-...
#169 - Buying Land Locked Parcels & Best Improvements for the Money! - Pat Porter 26.05.2025 1:03:17
Dive into the world of land buying and selling with expert Pat Porter. From overcoming landlocked dilemmas to smart investing in rural real estate, this episode is chock-full of seasoned guidance and insider tips, including a chance to snag Pat's latest book for free! So grab your boots, and let's trek through the lucrative trails of land ownership. • Expert advice on land access issues • Tips on...
#168 - Removing Bush Honeysuckle with Ariel Spraying: Part 2 with Chris Dunkin 19.05.2025 49:16
Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, we are bringing you part 2 of our conversation with Chris Dunkin. We discuss: Ariel Spraying his farm for honeysuckle Coming up with a pla...
#167 - Buying 50 Acres With A $1,000,000+ Tax Lien On It with Chris Dunkin 12.05.2025 1:04:39
Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Chris Duncan, a multifaceted individual who wears many hats in the outdoor and real estate industries....
#166 - What You Didn't Know About Bobcasts in Farm Country! - Illinois Bobcat Research with SIU 05.05.2025 51:45
Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, we're exploring the intriguing increase of bobcats in north-central regions, chatting with a research expert about GPS collaring, habitat...
#165 - Buying A Bigger Piece Of Property Without The Small Parcel Premium with Tyler Tisue 28.04.2025 1:16:44
Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, Dive deep into the world of land investment and whitetail management with seasoned expert, Tyler Tissue! Discover if the strategies of the...
#164 - Q&A with Skip Sligh: Land Market Update, Buying Your 'Forever Farm' & Balancing Land Projects That MATTER! 21.04.2025 48:00
Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, we dive into a dynamic conversation with land expert Skip Sligh on the Land Podcast. From top-dollar timber decisions to understanding soi...
#163 - Saving to Buy Your First Farm & The Best CRP for Whitetail! - Richard Rappley 14.04.2025 56:32
Dive deep into Richard Rappley's exciting journey toward buying his first farm, insider tips from NRCS work, and turkey hunting tales, all with a side of conservation chat. Get inspired by Richard's hands-on approach to wildlife habitat and how it may kindle your homesteading ambitions. Don't miss savvy insights on CRP programs and heritage tree hunting. Tune in for a blend of wisdom and wit! • Re...
#162 - Current Land Data from an Appraiser - Where The Market is TODAY! 08.04.2025 45:32
Dive into the vibrant world of Iowa's land market with Jim, the land appraiser with a finger on the pulse of agricultural and recreational property trends. From soaring sales to the curious case of sealed bid auctions, this episode offers a deep plow into what makes the heartland's soil sell. Plus, a sneak peek at forecasting the land's financial furrows. Tune in and till the full scoop! https://w...
#161 - Buying Land Before a Primary Home? Here's How They Did It! Mark & Karissa Foster 31.03.2025 1:19:11
Dive into a remarkable story of passion and strategic moves with Mark & Karissa Foster— a couple who bought land before their own home, uprooted from NJ to pursue their love for the land and whitetails in IA, and navigated property investments with the heart of true enthusiasts. Their journey is as inspiring as it is savvy, and it's right here for you! • Bought IA farmland before own house • Shift...
#160 - Buying Your First Farm & Dealing With an Abandoned Oil Well 25.03.2025 53:27
In this episode, tune in to this new first-time land buyer! Wesley shares his entire thought process of making the plunge into the land market. Dealing with higher interest rates Negotiating a deal! Doing your homework to have a competitive advantage! And Much More https://www.whitetailmasteracademy.com Use code 'HOFER' to save 10% off at www.theprairiefarm.com Massive potential tax savings: ASMLA...
#159 - He Lost EVERYTHING In 80's Farm Crisis - Alan Ammons 11.03.2025 1:24:54
Join us for an evocative journey with a seasoned landowner as we delve into an emotionally charged history of farming trials, pivotal life decisions, and ultimately, the redemption and prosperity found in agricultural life. This is a tale of family, persistence, and the enduring value of land. • Journey of buying, losing, and rebuying farmland • The importance of diversification in farming • Equit...
#158 - Start Small or Save and Buy a Bigger Farm? - Dr. Casey 05.03.2025 58:36
Dive into the curious parallels between pediatric dentistry and buying land as Dr. Casey, a Missouri-based dentist, shares his meticulous process of acquiring his first farm. Hear about his tactics, real-estate insights, and the blend of hustle and patience needed in today's land market. • Chewing the Land Fat: A Dentist's Journey into Farm Ownership • Delayed gratification in career and land buyi...
#157 - The Ultimate Land Investment Playbook with Bobby Warner 24.02.2025 1:27:33
Dive into a world where passions collide: hunting and land ownership. Get inspired as Bobby unveils the secret to life's true riches—relationships and experiences—all wrapped up in the thrill of investing and the love for the land! Discover how an attorney turned his passion for hunting into a strategic play at lifelong happiness and fiscal success. • The true worth of a land investment • Emotiona...
#156 - Could CRP Be Eliminated? & Land Market Update with Steve Hanson 17.02.2025 1:15:23
Dive into a blend of habitat insights and land market trends with Steve Hanson on the Land Podcast. From electric fences to auction tactics, Steve shares a treasure trove of expertise that can transform your hunting game and investment strategies. Catch real-life stories and pro tips that'll make you a land connoisseur in no time! • Steve's approach on land buying and selling • CRP and its impact...
#155 - From Your First Acre to a Dream Farm - Brady Dean 10.02.2025 58:49
Dive into the life of Kansas farmer Brady Dean as he shares his inspiring journey from a first-time land buyer to a proud owner of his dream farm. With an uncommon take on agriculture, Brady discusses leveraging FSA loans, creating successful land ownership strategies, and setting goals early. Tune in for a mix of wisdom, challenges, and triumphs in the quest for owning the land. https://www.white...
#154 - Surviving the 2008 Financial Crisis and Buying Land With Spook Spann 03.02.2025 1:25:38
Gain insights into successful real estate navigation and investment strategies as Spook Span shares his experiences during the 2008 financial crisis. Discover how to leverage unique opportunities, explore land-buying tactics, and understand the importance of timing and market knowledge. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, this episode offers inspiration and practical advice to ach...
#153 - Buying Land Smart: Troy Dietterich Stellar Strategy Story 15.01.2025 1:01:09
Dive into Troy Dietterich's inspiring journey from purchasing his first house at 20 to becoming a savvy landowner in one of Pennsylvania's priciest counties. Discover the hurdles and triumphs of securing a dream property – including navigating conservation easements and harnessing financial wisdom. Plus, get a peek into organic food plotting and the thrill of the first year's big buck success. All...
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