Purchasing your first home is a big process and a big deal...but purchasing your first farm or ranch is even more so. Listen in for some advice on how to get started, how it is different than purchasing a home, and what you can start doing now to make your dream come true.

Jeremiah Vardiman with UW Extension joins me again today to discuss one of the common questions he receives...What should I plant? This is a continuation of our previous conversation related to identifying your goals with your property.

If you have a dream of building your property in Wyoming from the ground up, then you know that there are many things to making your dream a reality. One of those things is careful planning of how it will all come together so that you actually enjoy this dream once it comes true. In this episode, I have some suggestions about how to build the property you have dreamed of loving in Wyoming.

Do you drink well water? Whether you have an established well or a new one, there are things to think about regarding your water. In this episode we will talk a bit about well considerations including testing your water.

We all need some ideas of how to get through the cold, dark days of winter once in a while. And while we love being outside, we just can't always make that happen. Listen in for some ideas about how you can use your time this winter.

Wyoming's wildlife is one of our biggest attractions and resources. Learn more about where you can see deer, elk, moose, bears and more. Then stay tuned while I talk about things you can consider when deciding how to manage wildlife on your property. For more wildlife information, visit the Wyoming Game and Fish website.

Real estate agent, agent, broker, REALTOR...these are all words that I didn't realize had different meanings until I was in real estate. In this episode I spend just a few minutes talking about each, so that you can decide who you want to work with as a real estate consumer.

Diane McMillin joins me in this episode to talk about Realtors 4 Kids, what we do, and ways we can support kids in Park and Big Horn Counties. Please help spread the word so we can help more kids! Visit Realtors 4 Kids website to refer a child and find more information.

Bobbie Holder with Native Elements joins me in this episode to talk about what you can do this late fall and throughout the winter to help you trees, perennial gardens, and lawns to thrive next spring. For more information on landscaping and Native Elements services, contact Bobbie at 307-272-4952 or email elements@tctwest.net

Mary McKinney talks about weed management and the services that Park County Weed & Pest offers to residents of Park County. They can help with everything from pest management plans to cost share programs for managing certain weeds. Visit https://parkcountyweeds.org/ for more information.

Today we will talk about what the purchase contract in real estate looks like, some of what it will include, and answer some of the most common questions I get. Listen in to be prepared for when the time comes to write that offer.

In this episode I get to talk with Tracy LaFollette with Park County Title and Big Horn County Title about the importance of title insurance to all of the parties involved in a real estate transaction. Title companies are one of the many important partnerships needed to ensure real estate transactions go as smoothly as possible for everyone involved. 

Joy Hill with Park County Planning and Zoning, and Dossie Overfield Park County Commissioner, join me on this episode to talk about the importance of the land use plan, how it relates to regulations, and how you can get involved to make sure your voice is part of making sure the future of Park County reflects our values. Check out their website for more information: www.planparkcounty.us

University of Wyoming Extension continues to be one of the most widely known resources of information in Wyoming. Today, Jeremiah Vardiman, Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension Educator, joins me to give a brief overview of what Extension is, and then talks about what it means to manage your property with a purpose. Listen in to learn more. For more information about extension, visit https://wyoextension.org/parkcounty/

Before you begin down the pathway on your buying or selling journey, there are a few things you will want to consider. Listen in as I talk about some of the very first things you will want to do. And as promised, here are two links with information to help you get started!   Am I Ready To Buy WorksheetInterviewing REALTORS Worksheet

A very common question I get is "What are the winters like here?" Not only a super important thing to ask if you are considering living in Wyoming, but also a question to ask in every area of Wyoming you are considering a purchase. The answer changes drastically throughout the state. Listen in to here about our little corner of northwestern Wyoming. And, if you want more accurate weather data, click here for accurate information.

Jessica Crowder with Wyoming Stock Growers Land Trust joins me in this episode to talk about their conservation easement program. If you are interested in conserving agricultural lands, keeping your family heritage and legacy intact, or just in learning more about conservation easements in general, be sure to listen in. For more information about Wyoming Stockgrowers Land Trust, visit their website: https://wsglt.org or email questions to communications@wsglt.org

Brandi Wright spends some time talking about homesteading in this area, gives some historical perspective, and discusses the importance of water development and how that has affected homesteaders through present day residents. Check out these links for additional information: https://homesteadermuseum.com/ https://www.wyohistory.org/encyclopedia/powell-wyoming https://www.wyohistory.org/encyclopedia/buffalo-bill-dam-wyoming https://www.usbr.gov/projects/pdf.php?id=192

In this episode you will hear about what the NRCS is, some of the programs they offer, and a little bit of advice to think about when purchasing a property. You can find Rory online at https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/detail/wy/contact/local/?cid=nrcs142p2_027322

Fall in northern Wyoming is a beautiful time, and once in a while it gives the false impression that winter will never get here. But, it always does. In this episode I talk about a few fall projects you can work on in and around your home to be ready for those cold winter months that are just around the corner

In this episode I spend some time with Tom and Cindy Bingenheimer discussing their real estate experiences in the past year. They give some insights and advice to consider when deciding whether or not to hire a REALTOR.

Maureen Walsh with Mortgage Solutions Financial spends some time talking about what is going on with interest rates, reasons why it's still a good time to look at buying a home, and a few of the programs they offer to help you get there. Contact Maureen directly at Maureen.Walsh@mortgagesolutions.net

This seems like a good starting point for our discussions on general real estate topics. Today we will talk about how Wyoming real estate licensees can serve you in a variety of roles as outlined by Wyoming State Statutes. Knowing what you should expect and what your sales person must follow goes a long way in starting a good working relationship. *Clarification/Correction - A licensed sales agent can work with people in Wyoming as a Buyer or Seller agent, Intermediary, or Customer. There are times when you may start working with someone as one role and need to change. Generally, that would be changing from a Buyer/Seller Agent to an Intermediary. There may be times when a transaction will happen with the buyer and seller being represented within the same brokerage. This is when you may change to a Designated Agent situation in which both parties are assigned different agents within the same brokerage. Whatever way you end up working with a licensed sales agent, just remember you need to understand the duties owed to you by that agent in that particular role.

Today we will be talking about the different types of land in Wyoming, specifically the Bighorn Basin. In looking at the kinds of landscapes, you can begin to make good decisions about where you want to live, what you are capable and willing to do to take care of it, and hopefully find something that meets your goals.

In this episode, we welcome Brittany Swope with the Cody Conservation District. She will explain what the conservation districts are and talk about some of the specific programs offered in and around Park County.

Welcome to At Home on the Range with Rachel Vardiman! In this episode, you will learn more about Rachel, why she has created this podcast, and what you can expect as you listen to future episodes.