Mid-March 2024 TRFS Update

SPRING BREAK IS IN FULL-SWING!

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NEW!  High Point Ranch is an incredible opportunity to own a blank canvas ranch, conveniently located just 9± miles west of Harper. The ranch consists of 57.16± acres and is located off paved FM 479 with 700'± of frontage road. There are several nice build sites with stunning Hill Country views. There is tremendous potential to build a weekend getaway cabin or full-time residence.

FEATURED! Highveld Ranch is an elite Tecomate Signature Property! First and foremost, Highveld Ranch is an exceptional hunting ranch located in the sought-after Texas Hill Country. Notable improvements to the ranch include a6,900± sf newly-renovated lodge, a newly-renovated foreman's home, a game processing facility with a walk-in cooler, and a rifle range. With phenomenal whitetail, turkey, and exotic populations, this high-fenced ranch is a hunter’s paradise!

JUST SOLD! S Ranch is 252± acres of prime hunting land with three sides that are low fenced. The ranch is located in the excellent brush country of South Texas, east of Freer, Texas. A 3,000± sf hacienda sits at the top of the highest elevation of the property. The hacienda has front and back patios that run the entire 100± length of the hacienda and offer views that overlook the ranch. The hacienda is ready for updating/remodeling. The ranch has not been hunted since it was purchased by the current owner 12± years ago.

POSITIVE NEWS ON TEXAS DROUGHT CONDITIONS!

We're pleased to report positive news on Texas drought conditions. Recent rainfall has significantly improved the situation, with exceptional drought conditions now at 0.00% statewide! Extreme drought conditions are at 1.97%. This is excellent news for the moment! Stay informed about current water conditions.

RANCH NEWS ARTICLES!

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The State of Texas Landowner’s Bill of Rights

Read about your rights as a Texas landowner directly from the Office of the Attorney General of Texas

This Landowner’s Bill of Rights applies to any attempt to condemn your property. The contents of this Bill of Rights are set out by the Texas Legislature in Texas Government Code section 402.031 and chapter 21 of the Texas Property Code. Any entity exercising eminent domain authority must provide a copy of this Bill of Rights to you.

1. You are entitled to receive adequate compensation if your property is condemned.

2. Your property can only be condemned for a public use.

3. Your property can only be condemned by a governmental entity or private entity authorized by law to do so.

4. The entity that wants to acquire your property must notify you that it intends to condemn your property.

5. The entity proposing to acquire your property must provide you with a written appraisal from a certified appraiser detailing the adequate compensation you are owed for your property.

6. If you believe that a registered easement or right-of-way agent acting on behalf of the entity that wants to acquire your property has engaged in misconduct, you may file a written complaint with the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) under section 1101.205 of the Texas Occupations Code. The complaint should be signed and may include any supporting evidence.

7. The condemning entity must make a bona fide offer to buy the property before it files a lawsuit to condemn the property—meaning the condemning entity must make a good faith offer that conforms with chapter 21 of the Texas Property Code.

8. You may hire an appraiser or other professional to determine the value of your property or to assist you in any condemnation proceeding.

9. You may hire an attorney to negotiate with the condemning entity and to represent you in any legal proceedings involving the condemnation.

10. Before your property is condemned, you are entitled to a hearing before a court-appointed panel of three special commissioners. The special commissioners must determine the amount of compensation the condemning entity owes for condemning your property. The commissioners must also determine what compensation, if any, you are entitled to receive for any reduction in value of your remaining property.

11. If you are unsatisfied with the compensation awarded by the special commissioners, or if you question whether the condemnation of your property was proper, you have the right to a trial by a judge or jury. You may also appeal the trial court’s judgment if you are unsatisfied with the result.