#228 - Trading a Nice House for a Rundown Trailer On Purpose with Devin Cole and Nate Hicks of Painted Arrow

#228 - Trading a Nice House for a Rundown Trailer On Purpose with Devin Cole and Nate Hicks of Painted Arrow

Author: Jake Hofer July 13, 2026 Duration: 1:08:31
Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, we are back in the studio with Nate Hicks and Devin Cole of Painted Arrow. We discuss: Michigan officially becomes a one-buck state in 2027, with a pilot earn-a-second-buck-tag program in select counties. Nate and Devin recap how advocate Josh Arbogast and "The Whitetail Project" helped push the one-buck rule through the NRC. Devin lists his starter home at a "crazy" price and gets three offers over ask within 24 hours. Devin and his pregnant wife move into a rundown double-wide with no AC to grow their hunting ground to 44 acres. Painted Arrow's first batch of MagPros gets built on a card table in that same double-wide's living room. The 40-acre farm Devin and his wife eventually buy drops $150,000 in asking price inside two weeks. Devin and Nate both shoot the best bucks of their lives within 90 minutes of their first sit on the new farm. Painted Arrow moves production out of Devin's yard after 11 cars a day start drawing questions from the township. Nate shares his craziest listing yet: a horse farm owner who wants the buyer to let him be buried on the land. Painted Arrow gear now sells in Bass Pro, Cabela's, Walmart, and soon Dunham's, with a secret new product in the works. And so much more! Thanks again for all of the support from our partners—none of this would've been possible without them! -Buck Land Funding: https://www.firstbankers.com/bucklandfunding -Hawke Optics | Use Code WHTL for 15% off: https://bit.ly/hawkeoptics_ -OnX: https://bit.ly/onX_Hunt -Painted Arrow: bit.ly/PaintedArrow -Latitude Outdoors: https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/ -Whitetail Master Academy https://www.whitetailmasteracademy.com -Use code 'HOFER' to save 10% off at www.theprairiefarm.com -Massive potential tax savings: ASMLABS.Net

Jake Hofer, an Illinois licensed real estate broker, guides The Land Podcast-The Pursuit of Land Ownership and Investing. It’s a conversation built for anyone who feels a pull toward the ground beneath their feet, whether that’s for financial opportunity, personal recreation, or a deeper connection to the outdoors. This isn't just abstract theory; it's a practical guide drawn from Jake's own ongoing journey and the collective wisdom of the people he brings to the microphone. You'll hear from land professionals, investors, and specialists who break down the realities of acquiring property, from navigating financing and evaluating soil to understanding timber value and water rights. The discussions often bridge the gap between balance sheets and boot prints, touching on how land serves as both a tangible asset and a place for hunting, farming, or family legacy. With a focus on current trends and opportunities, particularly across the Midwest, each episode aims to equip you with the knowledge to make informed decisions. Tune in for a straightforward, expert-driven look at turning the dream of land ownership into a well-planned reality.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

The Land Podcast - The Pursuit of Land Ownership and Investing
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