The Voices Of Land RLI Podcast REALTORS Land Institute

The rural lifestyle continues to be attractive but how accessible is the dream of owning a rural home during a time of rising interest rates and inflation? Darla Larson, VP of Sales at Rural 1st discusses the economy, consumer credit trends uncovered from HMDA (Home Mortgage Disclosure Act) data, and new ways the lending industry is catering to unconventional properties and underserved rural communities.
Disclaimer: Rural 1st is an RLI partner. Opinions expressed reflect those of Rural 1st, not RLI.

What does holding the ALC designation bring to the table? Unparalleled knowledge and experience to successfully handle complicated, high dollar land transactions. It's a trusted network where elite designees refer business to each other knowing their clients are in safe hands. In this episode, Dan Murphy, ALC and Seth Craft, ALC of M4 Ranch Group sit down with host Justin Osborn, ALC to discuss the deal that earned them the APEX 2023 ALC to ALC Networking Award.

Recreational properties provide enjoyment through fishing, hunting, ATV riding, camping, and more. They provide a connection to nature and outdoor traditions that can be passed down through generations. When planned thoughtfully, they can also generate income. In this episode of the Voices of Land podcast Accredited Land Consultant Bryan Glass chats with host Justin Osborn, ALC about strategies property owners can use to add value to a recreational property that will produce income.

Sometimes a client request for a unique listing leads a land agent to a new specialty. On this episode of The Voices of Land Podcast, RLI member and Accredited Land Consultant Tim Hadley tells the story of how he started making four times the return on his investment by switching from selling cattle ranches in Missouri to managing self-storage facilities.

Insuring remote properties for Catholic monks, 3-year rezoning projects, a snowcat breakdown at 11,000 ft elevation, a highway shut down from a snapped gas line...the perilous tales of selling land continue on episode two of Dirt Debacles. Guests Geoff Hurdle, ALC and Dan Murphy, ALC chat with host Justin Osborn, ALC about their wild but different experiences selling remote mountain ranches in Colorado and transitional land in Tennessee.

What's the first thing a horse enthusiast looks at when visiting a property listing? The barn. Understand the unique perspective and needs of horse owners to better represent them when selling or buying equestrian properties. Guest Larry Story, ALC shares what's needed to own small hobby farms or large incoming producing horse properties, from pasture rotation, hay cuttings, stall and acreage needs, improvements, water and more.