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Agricultural, Farm and Ranch Property Appraisals in Western Montana

Holmes Real Estate Appraisal Co., LLC provides independent, professional appraisals of agricultural properties, farms, and ranches throughout Western Montana. Our experience includes agricultural land, livestock operations, irrigated and dryland farms, ranch properties, and associated improvements.

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Brandon D. Holmes, MAI, is an approved appraiser for Farmer Mac (Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation), providing professional agricultural real estate appraisal services.

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Our speciality area of focus is the area considered to be the "Golden Triangle" of Montana.  Montana's Golden Triangle is the major agricultural region of north-central Montana, particularly known for its productive dryland wheat farms and large agricultural operations.  The three points are the towns of Havre, Conrad and Great Falls. 

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Agricultural property valuation requires an understanding of land characteristics, agricultural productivity, water resources, improvements, and local market conditions. Our appraisal analysis considers the property's specific characteristics and relevant market evidence to develop credible, market-supported opinions of market value.

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Types of Agricultural Properties Appraised

We appraise a variety of agricultural and rural properties, including:

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  • Farms: Irrigated and dryland farms, crop-producing properties, and agricultural operations.

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  • Ranches: Livestock operations, grazing land, and working ranch properties.

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  • Agricultural Land: Cropland, pastureland, hay ground, and other agricultural acreage.

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  • Rural Properties: Properties combining agricultural land, residential improvements, and outbuildings.

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  • Agricultural Improvements: Barns, shops, livestock facilities, storage buildings, and related improvements.

Property Types

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Agricultural Property Valuation

Agricultural property valuation requires consideration of the land, improvements, agricultural utility, and relevant market conditions.

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Depending on the assignment, our analysis may consider:

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  • Comparable farm and ranch sales.

  • Land productivity and agricultural use.

  • Irrigation, water rights, and water availability.

  • Soil characteristics, topography, and access.

  • Livestock facilities, barns, and other improvements.

  • Agricultural income potential and market conditions.

  • Highest and best use.

Independent, Professional Commercial Appraisal Services

Brandon D. Holmes, MAI, provides objective, market-supported real estate valuations backed by professional experience and sound appraisal methodology. Each assignment is approached independently, with careful consideration of the property's characteristics and relevant market evidence.

Request an Agricultural, Farm or RanchProperty Appraisal

Contact Holmes Real Estate Appraisal Co., LLC to discuss your agricultural, farm, or ranch property appraisal needs throughout Western Montana.

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