Why Texas Land Appreciates
Texas ranchland has shown long‑run appreciation driven by population growth, income, amenity demand, and finite supply of water/live‑water tracts. For hard data, review these authoritative sources:
- Texas A&M Real Estate Center – Texas Land Market Report (add latest link)
- USDA NASS – Land Values Summary (add latest link)
- Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas – research on land and housing trends (add link)
Key Drivers
- Regional job and population growth
- Recreational demand & proximity to metros
- Water features (creeks, springs, aquifers)
- Access & utilities
Investor Playbooks
- Buy & Steward: Improve access, habitat, and water infrastructure for utility and resale.
- 1031 Exchange: Defer gains when trading into larger or better‑located tracts.
- Conservation Easement: Consider easements for tax/legacy objectives; evaluate impact on resale.
See also: 1031 Exchange, Conservation Easements, Financing.