He Paid $6,300/Acre For Crap Cattle Ground On Purpose, Here's Why with Sean Asada

He Paid $6,300/Acre For Crap Cattle Ground On Purpose, Here's Why with Sean Asada

Author: Jake Hofer September 7, 2026 Duration: 1:03:24
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 Sean Asada. We discuss: - Why August in Iowa runs as slow as January, and why sellers read it as something worse - February and March as the window for recreational ground, and April for acreages - Sean's case that now through November 1 is a strong time to list hunting land - The 60% rule: gather most of the information, decide, and accept you'll never get the rest - Buying a farm after fifty yards out of the truck, and how many reps that actually takes - The buddy who texted that some idiot just paid $6,300 an acre for crap cattle ground - Why three neighbors at 1,800 acres matter more than the dirt you are actually buying - The property Sean let slide over $2,250 an acre and the $68,000 it cost him - The argument against shooting a deer on the farm you just bought - Food plots are ROI, bedding is stewardship, and why most owners overrate their own farm And so much more! Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:04 Who Sean Asada is, and selling two Iowa's at once 3:04 Why August is as slow as January 8:11 Gut-feel buyers vs the forty-step checklist 15:37 Land against the stock market 21:21 The $2,250 an acre he let slide 31:06 You don't have to shoot something 41:56 Food plots for ROI, bedding for stewardship 47:45 When the trail cam history is lackluster 58:23 Base hits, black swans, and a bet on the Fed 62:55 Where to find Sean 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](https://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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