A NOTE FROM YOUR LAND BROKER, CHARLES

As I write this, the temperatures are in the 40s, and a majority of the state has received much-needed rainfall over the past couple of weeks.

With dove season winding down in the North Zone and closed for six weeks in the South and Central Zones, the reports I’ve received have been outstanding statewide. There have already been some fantastic deer harvested during archery season, and with rifle season opening this weekend, the excitement is palpable. I hope you will find time to get in the field and enjoy the chase with friends and family!

Not much has changed on the ranch real estate front since the last newsletter you received. Buyer activity and transaction volume are still down due to elevated interest rates, inflation, and general uncertainty in the economy. That being said, we’re still seeing plenty of accurately priced, well-marketed ranches moving in a responsible amount of time.

As always, if you’re looking to buy or sell, please let me know! I’d be honored to add value to the process.

See ya next month!

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INDUSTRY RELATED NEWS

Texas deer population forecasted to rebound from drought conditions

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) biologists expect deer hunters statewide to have plenty of opportunities to fill freezers this season thanks to widespread, improved habitat conditions.

“Overall, the 2023-24 deer hunting season is expected to be good in terms of harvest numbers and opportunities, so don’t let the chance to spend time afield with family, friends and fellow hunters pass you by,” said TPWD White-tailed Deer Program Leader Blaise Korzekwa. “Texas has one of the longest deer seasons in the nation, so take some time this fall and winter and enjoy one of the best deer herds in the country, right here in your home state.”

Click here for the full article!

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MARKET SNAPSHOT

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FEATURED PROPERTIES

HFB Farm Now Available! – 202 Acres Capital Ranch Sales is excited to introduce an extraordinary opportunity to own approximately 202 fully high-fenced acres in the heart of Kendall County, just moments away from the charming small town of Sisterdale, TX. HFB Farm is a one-of-a-kind live water, hunting, and recreational ranch offering an exceptional lifestyle for both wildlife and agricultural enthusiasts. The ranch hosts a plethora of wildlife, meticulously managed for over 12 years by the current owner. The ranch includes trophy blackbuck, trophy axis, Rio Grande turkey, and Native Hill Country whitetail. The land is fully high-fenced to ensure the security and preservation of these species. On the property stands a historic 2,261 sqft 3bd/1bth home, one of the oldest in Sisterdale, with the kitchen being a part of the original homestead taken back to the 1800s. This live water property provides access to both sides of the spring-fed East Sister Creek, lined with massive 100+-year-old cypress trees that dot the landscape and provide shade and serenity. Don’t miss this chance to own a slice of history and a piece of paradise in Kendall County with HFB Farm. Lonesome Windmill Ranch Under Contract – 250 Acres Located in SW Gillespie County ~15 miles from Fredericksburg, Texas, Capital Ranch Sales is proud to present the Lonesome Windmill Ranch. This secluded 250-acre ranch offers ~3,600 feet of paved frontage along Zenner-Aherns Road with proximity to all the amenities of both Fredericksburg and Kerrville, Texas. Offering big views of the Texas Hill Country, majestic oak trees, an abundance of wildlife, great interior road system, and a recently remolded cabin, the Lonesome Windmill Ranch is a must-see for the discerning ranch buyer. With over 100 feet of elevation gain, the Lonesome Windmill Ranch offers 100% useable acreage that is fully navigable in a vehicle and offers big hill country views sure to impress!

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