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Celebrating Records at the HRC Annual Spring Retreat

Each spring, the team at Hortenstine Ranch Company (HRC) gathers for its Annual Spring Retreat—an opportunity to reflect on the year behind them, recognize outstanding achievements, and look ahead to the opportunities on the horizon. While the retreat includes business...

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The Gordon-Mudge Legacy in Kimble County, Texas

The Owl Ranch in Kimble County carries a remarkable lineage shaped by exploration, service, and more than a century of Texas ranching. One of its earliest notable owners was Commander...

Spring Mesa Ranch Podcast- Broker Perspective

Spring Mesa Ranch, Callahan County, Texas: A Masterpiece of Texas Land Stewardship

In this episode, Blake Hortenstine and Jack Fauntleroy of Hortenstine Ranch Company sit down to share the remarkable story behind Spring Mesa Ranch, a 3,100-acre legacy property in Callahan County,...

Chance Turner- 2025 Top Producer of the Year with Runner-Up Bret Polk

Celebrating Records at the HRC Annual Spring Retreat

Each year, the Hortenstine Ranch Company Annual Spring Retreat is a highly anticipated event where brokers and agents come together to discuss the state of the business, share insights, and...

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Date is Set for HRC’s Annual Client Ranch Gathering

Hortenstine Ranch Company (HRC) is excited to announce its annual ranch gathering for clients will be held at the WHH Ranch in Anderson County, just outside of Bradford, Texas. This...

Hortenstine Ranch Company to List One of Texas’ Largest Privately Owned Lakes: Lake Monticello

The Beautiful and Expansive Lake Monticello Is Projected to Hit the Market on April 3 DALLAS AND MOUNT PLEASANT, TEXAS, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Hortenstine Ranch Company (HRC), a...

Erath County, The Lake Ranch @ Hico

New Property Boasting What Is Believed to Be the Largest Privately Owned Lake in Texas’s Erath County

The Lake Ranch at Hico Contains a 100-Surface-Acre Lake and Spans Over 780 Acres Total Original Article Posted by PRNewswire DALLAS and HICO, Texas, Feb. 26, 2024 — Hortenstine Ranch...

Summer Internships - Alexander with Blake Fishing

HRC Summer Internships Establish Lasting Connections

A Solid History of Summer Internships Each summer, Hortenstine Ranch Company welcomes a college intern to the team who is willing to jump in and help with office tasks and...

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...

Red River Ranch for Sale : 4M Ranch

Key Takeaways 4M Ranch is a 2,092-acre property in Red River County combining cattle, agriculture, and hunting. Water is the standout: 3 spring-fed lakes (largest at 13 acres), Red River...

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...

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8 Magical Christmas Events in Texas

When the holiday season arrives, Texas and nearby Oklahoma towns come alive with lights, music, and the kind of small-town charm that makes this time of year special. Across the

Finding the Right Fence for Your Ranch Property

Your ranch property represents years of hard work and investment. The fence you choose protects that investment while keeping your livestock safe and your boundaries clear. A good fence does

Discover the Best Places to Live in Texas

Key Takeaways Top rural picks include Ben Wheeler, Athens, Mount Vernon, Mount Pleasant, Gilmer, Hallsville, Albany, Coleman, Meridian, Gainesville, and Breckenridge. Texas living is not one-size-fits-all. Ranch country, lake towns,

The Real Benefits of Owning a Ranch

Key Takeaways Texas ranches earn through cattle, hunting leases, and agriculture, while the land itself usually appreciates. Tax advantages stack up: agricultural exemptions, no state income tax, and reduced property

11 Best Places to Hunt in Texas for Big Game

Key Takeaways The post covers 11 regions: South Texas Brush Country, Hill Country, San Angelo, Menard County, Coleman County, Ingram, Lubbock Region, Brady, Quanah, Chaparral Wildlife Management Area, and the

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