January 2020 United Country Real Estate

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DEER CREEK REALTY - Mark Larson & Angela Larson | 9 N Jefferson, Iola, KS 66749 O: 620-380-6370 | F: 620-380-6586 | iolaksrealestate.com | mark_deercreekrealty@yahoo.com

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ANTIQUE CAR SHOP • 19.6 acres, 3 BR, 2.5 BA • Turn-key business • Office area, storage • Equipment, tools • Outbuildings, residence #15035-32678 - $1,350,000

RENOVATED HOME • 3 BR, 2 BA • New roof, CH&A • Updated kitchen • Original features • Appliances convey #15035-34093 - $79,500

WELL BUILT • 1+ acre, 3 BR, 2 BA • Redwood siding • Woodwork, new floors • Formal space, office • New patio, landscaped #15035-31603 - $189,000

PERFECT UPDATES • 4 BR, 2 BA • Remodeled kitchen • Stainless appliances • Lots of windows • Deck, pergola #15035-34335 - $215,000

UPDATES ABOUND • 3 BR, 2 BA • Completely redone • Original features • All electric • Deck, outdoor space #15035-31070 - $120,000

BUYING OR SELLING A MIDWEST RANCH? HEAR FROM ONE OF OUR EXPERTS

by Angela Smith

Ranchland is vastly different depending on what part of the country you’re in. Liz Citron, Owner/Broker of United Country Real Estate | Ozarks Realty and Auction Group in Mountain Grove, Mo., a top-10 United Country office, offers some tips for buyers and sellers of ranches in the Midwest. What makes ranches different in the Southern Midwest from others across the country? Those buying ranches, typically pay based on the livestock units that the property can sustain. In the Ozarks, we say we sell grass, not land. In our area, we need an average of 3-4 acres per cow/calf pair. In other states, it can be 20 acres per pair. Our ranches are typically 400 to 1,000 acres, compared to ranches out west being tens of thousands. The major difference in our area is agriculture- friendly regulations, low taxes, moderate climate and ample water.

When it comes to homes or land, pretty sells best and typically for more than something that has deferred maintenance. Since grass is our product, mowing in the fall and fertilizing in spring will give you an edge. A well-kept property attracts more buyers because it costs less to buy turn-key or livestock- ready land. Having your property look its best will give you an edge. What about advice for a buyer looking for ranchland? Find an agent that listens to you and doesn’t tell you what you need. You know better than the real estate agent how you run your operation and what you are looking for in a property. An agent should be knowledgeable about the land, laws, regulations and area resources that will be helpful. No matter where you decide to buy, do not discount the way locals do it. Adding new techniques to your current management style will make your operation more productive. Find the perfect ranch for your lifestyle by visiting UnitedCountry.com today.

What advice do you have for someone selling their ranch?

Make sure your gates operate. This sounds simple, but is indicative of perceived maintenance on a property.

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All information (including measurements) deemed accurate, but subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, price changes or withdrawal without notice. Please verify these facts with affiliate.

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