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Intensive Deer Management on Your Ranch

We all want to attract and hold game on our property, but that’s often easier said than done. Intensive deer management can be an overwhelming project to take on, but if you start with the basics you can really accomplish...

Upshur County Landowners Resource Guide

by Stephen Schwartz Upshur County is a county in Texas located just northwest of Longview with a total population of 35,291 people spread out over the county’s 556 square miles....

Texas Waterfront Land for Sale By HRC

Hortenstine Ranch Company is proud to have an excellent collection of Texas waterfront land for sale. View some of our highlights below. Lake Creek Ranch 1833.536+/- acres with a HUGE...

Land Report Best Brokerage Award 5 Years Running

Hortenstine Ranch Company is proud to announce that it has received The Land Report Best Brokerage Award. This is the 5th consecutive year that Hortenstine Ranch Company has received the...

Hamilton County: Dove Capital of Texas!

Hamilton County, also referred to as “Cowboy Country” and the “Dove Capital of Texas”, is located deep in the heart of central Texas on the Edwards Plateau. It is a...

Resources for Albany Texas Hunters and New Land Owners

Albany Texas hunters are important to the local economy and the locals welcome you with a smile and good ole West Texas “how y’all doin”? As ranch brokers, we sell...

Red River Ranch for Sale : 4M Ranch

Red River Ranch for Sale: An Ag & Hunting Paradise The 2092 acre Red River ranch for sale, located just northeast of Paris, Texas along the southern bank of the...

Bobwhite Sponsor of the 10th Annual Park Cities Quail Dinner

Park Cities Quail Dinner & Auction The Hortenstine Ranch Company is proud to have been a Bobwhite Sponsor at the 10th annual Park Cities Quail dinner and live auction March...

1031 Tax Deferred Exchange on Farm & Ranch Land Property

Your Farm & Ranch Investment Property and Section 1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges by Casey Berley, ALC, Hortenstine Ranch Company One of the most lucrative considerations available to help investors sell...

“Off the Grid…” A New Trend in Ranch Real Estate

Off the grid is a very interesting trend happening in the ranch real estate business. The first category of off the grid land buyers and owners are challenged with the...

Casey Berley Speaks at National Land Conference

Each year the best professionals in the land business convene under one roof for the National Land Conference. The annual event is an experience like no other and ties together...

Featured Articles

How to Start a Ranch The Right Way Without Making Costly Mistakes

Starting a Ranch in Texas? Here’s What You Need to Know Texas has always been ranch country, and for good reason. The state offers diverse landscapes, a favorable climate, and

Methods for Cedar Clearing from Ranches in Texas

Cedar trees, especially the Eastern Red Cedar (Juniperus virginiana) and Ashe juniper (Juniperus ashei), are commonly found on Texas ranches. Historically, periodic wildfires and grazing by native animals kept cedar

Your Guide to Finding Ranches for Sale Near Dallas, Texas

Are you dreaming of owning a ranch near Dallas, Texas? Whether you’re seeking a sprawling cattle ranch, a cozy equestrian property, or a hunting ranch brimming with whitetail deer, the

Types of Ranches in Texas: A Quick Overview for Buyers

Texas land covers millions of acres, with plenty of opportunities for ranch ownership. The variety spans from large cattle operations to weekend getaways, with the ranch lifestyle deeply rooted in

Ranch Hunts in Texas: What Makes Them Special

Texas ranch hunts are private hunting experiences on managed land, designed for focus and results. These hunts happen across large properties where animals like whitetail deer, wild hogs, and exotic

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