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. 5d ago

    Can You Actually Make Money on 20 Acres in Texas?

    Can a 20-acre Texas ranch actually make money? In this episode of Landowner Insider, Kasey Mock sits down with Accredited Land Consultant Brandon Stephens to break down the real economics of buying land, raising cattle, and operating a small-acreage ranch in Texas. From land prices near Houston to cattle income, financing, fencing, water, depreciation, and resale value, this conversation covers what buyers need to understand before purchasing land. Kasey and Brandon also discuss the realities of small-acreage production, including how much income 20 acres can realistically generate, the differences between cow-calf and stocker operations, and why financing both land and cattle can create risk for new buyers. Additional topics include land improvements such as fencing, water, barns, and pasture management, how ranch staging can impact resale value, and how small producers can increase returns through direct-to-consumer beef sales. Brandon also shares his journey from corporate America into land brokerage and explains why experience, education, and local market knowledge matter when selecting a Texas land professional. Whether you are buying your first property, building a cattle operation, or preparing to sell, this episode provides a clear, practical look at small Texas ranch ownership. Follow Landowner Insider for more conversations about Texas land, ranching, wildlife, and real estate.

    1h 11m

  2. Jun 15

    The Biggest Threats Facing Texas Wildlife Right Now

    Texas wildlife is facing more pressure than ever—from disease outbreaks to changing land ownership and management challenges across the state. In this episode of Landowner Insider, Kasey Mock sits down with veteran wildlife biologist Macy Ledbetter to break down the biggest challenges impacting Texas landowners, hunters, and wildlife managers right now. While New World Screwworm has recently been confirmed in Texas, this conversation goes much deeper—covering the broader landscape of wildlife health, disease, and land management across the state. You'll hear: - What the recent screwworm case means in the bigger picture - Why fawning season adds additional pressure to wildlife populations - The latest on Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in Texas - What landowners need to know about EHD and anthrax - How wildlife diseases are impacting deer, livestock, and native species - The effects of habitat fragmentation and changing land ownership - The future of high-fence ranching and exotic game management With more than 30 years of experience, Macy shares practical insights from working with hundreds of Texas ranches and landowners. This episode offers a clear, grounded perspective on the challenges shaping the future of Texas wildlife and land stewardship. If you own land, manage wildlife, hunt, or ranch in Texas, this is a conversation worth paying attention to. Follow Landowner Insider for more conversations about Texas land, wildlife, water, and the future of the state.

    2h 37m

  3. Jun 8

    How will Screw Worms impact Texas Wildlife, with Macy Ledbetter, Wildlife Biologist

    In the 1950s-1960 Screwworms killed 80% of whitetail deer in Texas. New World Screwworms have now been confirmed in Texas again, and the threat to our wildlife and livestock is real.  In this episode of Landowner Insider, Kasey Mock sits down with leading wildlife biologist Macy Ledbetter of Spring Creek Outdoors, LLC to break down what the return of New World screwworm means specifically for Texas wildlife. Just days after the first confirmed case in a calf in Zavala County, Kasey and Macy dive into the realities of how screwworm impacts deer, exotics, and free-ranging wildlife populations—and why this may present a greater long-term risk than many landowners realize. This is a timely, focused conversation pulled directly from a longer 2.5-hour interview to bring you the most relevant and urgent information without delay. In this episode, you'll hear: - What the confirmed screwworm case in South Texas means right now - Why wildlife presents a unique challenge compared to livestock - How screwworm spreads and why early awareness matters - What landowners and wildlife managers should be watching for - The broader implications for Texas land, hunting, and management If you own land, manage wildlife, or operate in agriculture, this is a conversation you need to be paying attention to. For additional context on the livestock side of screwworm, go back and listen to our recent episode "The New World Screwworm Threat with Texas Animal Health Commission," from April 6th, 2026. with Dr. T.R. Lansford of the Texas Animal Health Commission.   The full 2.5-hour conversation with Macy Ledbetter, including discussions on CWD, EHD, anthrax, and more, will be released next week. Follow Landowner Insider for more conversations covering the issues shaping Texas land, wildlife, and agriculture.

    51 min

  4. Jun 2

    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

  5. 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

  6. 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

  7. 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

  8. 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
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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
    71
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2021
  • Show Website
    Landowner Insider

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