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10 Steps When Inheriting Forestland beginners conservation estate planning landownership objectives and goals Jun 17, 2024

Inheriting family forestland in the US Southeast can be both an honor and a responsibility. This region, known for its rich biodiversity and extensive forest ecosystems, offers unique opportunities and challenges for landowners. Whether you are new to forest management or have some...

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Government Programs for Forestland Owners: Unlocking Financial and Environmental Benefits beginners cost share financials landownership longterm management Jun 10, 2024

As a forestland owner in the US Southeast, you have the unique opportunity to blend financial success with environmental stewardship. Whether you aim to maximize timber income, enhance wildlife habitat, or improve the aesthetic value of your land, government programs can be invaluable resources....

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Why Forest Management is Crucial in Estate Planning beginners estate planning landownership longterm management Jun 06, 2024

"The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to poverty." - Proverbs 21:5

As women we're often juggling many responsibilities, from raising kids to managing our careers and caring for aging parents. Estate planning might already be on your radar, but...

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Forestland Ownership: A Memorial Day Remembrance biblical holiday landownership May 26, 2024

Today I wanted to share some insight I have gained on this day of remembrance... A day of remembrance for all those who fought for our rights in America. 

Rights including: the right to own land; the right to manage our land as we each see fit; right to harvest our timber and profit from it...

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The 3 Hidden Costs of Family Forestland beginners clearcut financials income landownership liability sustainability Apr 22, 2024

Family forestland holds a special place my heart, and I know in yours too. Because it’s not just about the trees; it’s about the memories we build on the land and the legacy it holds as our stewardship walk with God. But with this romanticized vision lies a...

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Women in the Woods: Women's Influence on their Family Forestland biblical landownership women landowners women of the bible Mar 04, 2024

In the heart of the US Southeast, there are vast expanses of what would be considered "non-industrial private forestlands." These are essentially forestlands owned by what we would call average families for their own unique land stewardship goals. Yet, historically, women have ...

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So you have forestland... beginners landownership management Feb 23, 2024
 

The first time you inherit the responsibility for your forestland, it often feels overwhelming.

Now what?!? It's very similar to becoming a parent - all of a sudden you have this new responsibility, you're not really sure if what you're doing is right and you spend the first couple...

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Landowner Essential Gear for Exploring Your Land beginners essentials gear landownership Jan 31, 2024

Owning land comes with the joy of natural, "wide-open spaces", as well as the responsibility of maintaining it. Whether you're a seasoned landowner or a new property enthusiast, having the right landowner essential gear for exploring your land, can make all the difference to transform you from...

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Navigating the Legacy: Inheriting Land in 2024 Through a Scriptural Lens biblical landownership planning sustainability Jan 17, 2024

Inheriting land is a profound responsibility that often comes with both blessings and challenges. As we step into navigating land inheritance in 2024, let's explore this journey through the lens of scripture... seeking wisdom, guidance, and timeless principles to navigate the path...

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Esther's Wisdom: Land Stewardship Insights for Sustainable Planning and Environmental Conservation beginners biblical conservation landownership planning women of the bible Jan 09, 2024

In the timeless narratives of the Bible, hidden gems of wisdom often emerge, offering guidance even in unexpected areas of all areas of our life. The story of Esther is one that especially speaks to me! A courageous and resourceful woman in the Bible, she provides valuable lessons that...

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Maximizing Your Inherited Land: Essential Steps and Strategies for 2024 beginners land objective landownership management objectives and goals property taxes sustainability Jan 01, 2024

You've just inherited your family's land and you're probably wondering what is the best way to maximize this inheritance? What are the most essential steps or strategies you need to take in 2024?! Lucky for you, I have exactly what you need to know and I'm going to share with you the 4 essential...

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Should I Sell My Land? beginners landownership longterm management management planning women landowners Nov 30, 2023

At some point or another, you've likely come across the question in your mind of "should I sell my land?" We perhaps don't necessarily admit that out loud, but it's something at some point in our lives, our parents lives, or our kids lives that will come about. So let's just talk about that...

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