Landowner Insider

Kasey Mock

Welcome to the Landowner Insider! We exist to help accomplish your goals through land ownership. On this show, host Kasey Mock will interview experts from the world of land ownership. From finance, title and legal, to oil and gas, land management, conservation and more: We want to share as much knowledge possible through stories of adventure in the outdoors. Go Get em! Land Broker Insider is presented by The Mock Ranches Group at Keller Williams International, 2018 National Recreational Land Broker of the Year.

  1. 3d ago

    Saving the Family Ranch and Cowboy Poetry with Rusty Phillips

    The cowboy who almost lost the family ranch is a true story that will inspire you and change the way you do ranching.  In this episode of Landowner Insider, Kasey Mock sits down with longtime friend Rusty Phillips for a conversation that is equal parts humorous, gritty, and deeply personal. Rusty shares what it was really like cowboying across Arizona, Montana, and New Mexico, from sleeping in freezing boxcars and living out of a bedroll to working cattle on horseback across large western ranches. Beneath the stories is a deeper theme that runs throughout the conversation: legacy. After losing two generations of family leadership in a short period of time, Rusty and his family faced significant estate tax pressure that forced them to sell part of their Texas family ranch in order to hold onto the rest. In this episode, they also discuss how Kasey and Rusty first met, stories from remote ranches near the Mexican border, why cowboy culture still matters today, and the realities of family ranch succession. They cover how past market cycles, including 2008 and rising interest rates, have impacted land ownership, along with why ranch life is often misunderstood by those outside of it. Kasey and Rusty also share lighter moments from calving camp and life on the wagon, while reflecting on how perspectives around wealth and ownership change over time. If you are interested in Texas ranches, cowboy culture, western storytelling, land ownership, or meaningful conversations about legacy and stewardship, this episode offers a unique and honest perspective. Follow Landowner Insider for more conversations about Texas land, ranching, wildlife, water, legacy, and the future of the American West.

    1h 34m

  2. May 25

    Can Wildlife Management Lower Your Taxes in Texas?

    Texas land is changing quickly. Ranches are getting smaller, development pressure is increasing, and landowners are being asked to balance conservation, production, recreation, and long-term stewardship in new ways. In this episode of Landowner Insider, Kasey Mock sits down with Shane Kiefer, CEO of Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, to discuss what the future of Texas land management looks like and how landowners can adapt. This conversation goes beyond traditional wildlife tax valuations and explores how land stewardship has evolved across the state. Kasey and Shane discuss the growing demand for comprehensive land management, the challenges of smaller properties, and the pressures created by development and population growth. They also cover how landowners are approaching habitat management, grazing, invasive species control, and long-term planning, along with the role private land plays in supporting wildlife across Texas. Kasey and Shane provide practical, experience-based insight into what it takes to manage land effectively in today's environment. If you own land or are considering it, this episode offers a clearer understanding of how Texas land is changing and what it means for long-term ownership and stewardship.   https://plateauwildlife.com/

    1h 24m

  3. May 18

    What Happens When No One Manages Your Land

    Most landowners don't fully realize what they've signed up for after buying a ranch. It's not just ownership. It's ongoing oversight, management, and responsibility. When a property sits unattended, small issues can quickly turn into expensive problems. In this episode of Landowner Insider, Kasey Mock sits down with Adam Greene of Rafter Land and Ranch Solutions to break down what actually happens when land is left without consistent management. From water systems and livestock to fencing, roads, and general maintenance, they walk through the real challenges landowners face when no one is regularly on the property. This conversation also explores why hiring a single ranch hand often falls short, what effective management looks like behind the scenes, and how many landowners end up trading time and energy for frustration instead of the freedom they expected. In this episode, we cover common mistakes landowners make after purchasing a ranch, how lack of visibility leads to compounding issues, the role of infrastructure in maintaining property value, and what it takes to protect and manage a long-term land investment. Kasey and Adam share practical, experience-driven insight into what it really takes to maintain and protect a ranch over time. If you own land, or are considering buying it, this episode will give you a clearer understanding of the responsibilities that come with it and how to approach ownership more effectively.

    53 min

  4. May 11

    The $1,700 Per Acre Tax Strategy Most Landowners Miss

    Kasey Mock has spent years working with landowners across Texas, and one thing continues to stand out. Many are overpaying in taxes without realizing it, year after year. They focus on generating income from their land, but often overlook one of the most significant opportunities available to them. In this episode of Landowner Insider, Kasey sits down with Kyla Dodson, land consultant, legacy strategist, and speaker, to break down a lesser-known tax strategy that is changing how landowners think about wealth. The tax code is designed to reward certain behaviors. Some landowners are learning how to unlock additional value from their property and use it to reduce tax liability while reinvesting into future opportunities. This conversation goes beyond tax savings. It focuses on understanding the system and making more informed decisions around land ownership and long-term wealth. In this episode, we cover what the Legacy Nutrient Deduction is in simple terms, why many professionals are not yet discussing it, who may qualify, how some landowners are approaching deductions on a per-acre basis, and the difference between saving money and strengthening a balance sheet. Kasey and Kyla bring practical, real-world perspective to a complex topic, making it easier to understand and apply. If you own land or are considering it, this episode will give you a new way to think about taxes, ownership, and long-term strategy.   https://boasafraag.com/rp-landowner/?rid=kyla%40kyladodson.com&utm_source=partner&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=referral-2025&utm_content=kyla-dodson-wdu&utm_term=KDODSWDU

    56 min

  5. May 4

    This Is Why Land NEVER Goes to Zero

    Kasey Mock has spent years studying and observing the Texas land market. He has seen buyers succeed and others make costly mistakes they never saw coming. In today's shifting market, land is one of the most talked-about investments, but most people do not fully understand what they are buying into. In this episode of Landowner Insider, Kasey sits down with ranch expert Josh Deal to break down what is really happening in the Texas land market. They cover rising prices, hidden costs, and why land continues to hold value even when other assets feel uncertain. This conversation goes beyond real estate. It explores legacy, stewardship, and the decisions that impact landowners for generations. In this episode, we cover why land behaves differently from traditional investments, the hidden costs many landowners underestimate, where current opportunities exist in North Texas, what separates a productive property from one that is simply aesthetic, how experienced buyers approach long-term ownership, and the realities of market cycles, timing, and decision-making. Kasey and Josh share practical insight from years of experience in the field, discussing both the opportunities and the challenges of land ownership. If you are thinking about buying land, selling a ranch, or making more informed decisions about your property, this episode will help you approach the market with greater clarity.

    1h 11m

  6. Apr 20

    The Biggest Financial Decision a Landowner Will Ever Make

    You sold your land, now comes one of the biggest financial decisions of your life. For many landowners, this moment represents years, even generations, of hard work turning into a single major financial outcome. What happens next determines whether that wealth is preserved and grown, or slowly lost over time. In this episode of the Landowner Insider Podcast, we sit down with Jeff Smitherman, a 30-year Marine Corps veteran and advisor with Trusted Capital Partners, to break down what landowners should do after unlocking significant equity. This conversation goes beyond tactics. It focuses on understanding the tradeoffs between control, liquidity, and long-term growth, and making decisions that can impact your family for generations. In this episode, we cover the mistake that can cost landowners a significant portion of their wealth, what happens when you access large amounts of capital, the difference between preserving and losing value after a land sale, how 1031 exchanges work in simple terms, what a Delaware Statutory Trust is and when it may make sense, who these strategies are designed for, and why patient capital often outperforms short-term thinking. If you are thinking about selling land or currently hold significant equity, this episode will help you approach your next decision with more clarity and confidence.   This communication is for information purposes only and should not be regarded as an offer, solicitation or recommendation to sell or purchase any security or other financial product. Trusted Capital Partners, LLC; Saxony Securities, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. www.pbabbate.org

    1h 11m

  7. Apr 13

    This Strategy Turned Land Into a $3.5M Tax Deduction

    This strategy turned land into a 3.5 million dollar tax deduction, and most landowners are completely missing it. Companies like Bird Dog are helping landowners unlock it. In this episode of the Landowner Insider Podcast, we sit down with the team behind Bird Dog, a land intelligence platform built to help landowners turn their property into a high-performing financial asset. Kasey Mock breaks down how modern landowners are transforming property from a passive asset into a powerful wealth-building tool. Most landowners do not realize how many opportunities exist on their land. Bird Dog is changing that by combining technology, data, and relationships to help owners discover new ways to generate income, reduce costs, and optimize long-term value. In this episode, we cover how Bird Dog helped uncover a strategy that led to a 3.5 million dollar tax deduction, why holding land is costing more people than they realize, multiple ways to monetize land beyond traditional ranching or farming, how Bird Dog connects landowners to income streams like hunting, leasing, and agricultural use, how data and relationships help landowners make smarter decisions, and what separates landowners who profit from those who simply hold. If you own land or are planning to own acreage, this episode will show you how platforms like Bird Dog are redefining what is possible.

    1h 22m

  8. Apr 6

    The New World Screwworm Threat with Texas Animal Health Commission

    We do not have enough cowboys for what is coming. This screwworm threat could cost ranchers millions. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. T.R. Lansford of the Texas Animal Health Commission to break down the growing risk of the New World screwworm and what it could mean for ranchers, landowners, and the livestock industry. Screwworms were wiped out in the United States decades ago, but as they move north through Mexico, another outbreak is becoming a real possibility. The question is how long we have. In this episode, we cover what screwworms are and why they are so dangerous to livestock, the real economic impact on cattle, wildlife, and landowners, how to spot an infestation early before it spreads, what landowners should be doing right now to prepare, and how quarantines and movement restrictions could affect your operation. If you own land, run cattle, or are involved in agriculture in any way, this is a conversation you need to hear.   Learn more at https://screwwormtx.org and http://screwworm.gov

    1h 18m
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Welcome to the Landowner Insider! We exist to help accomplish your goals through land ownership. On this show, host Kasey Mock will interview experts from the world of land ownership. From finance, title and legal, to oil and gas, land management, conservation and more: We want to share as much knowledge possible through stories of adventure in the outdoors. Go Get em! Land Broker Insider is presented by The Mock Ranches Group at Keller Williams International, 2018 National Recreational Land Broker of the Year.

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  • Creator
    Kasey Mock
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    68
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2021
  • Show Website
    Landowner Insider

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