October 13, 2025
#189 - How to find the RIGHT farm when you live 2+ hours away with Alex Mortensen of Buckhorn Land Management
The Land Podcast - The Pursuit of Land Ownership and InvestingAbout this episode
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 repeat guest Alex Mortensen of Buckhorn Land Management. We discuss: Alex Mortenson started Buckhorn Land Management after selling his first farm at 21. Selling his first farm was an emotional decision, especially with young kids at home. He bought a second farm in Pike County, drawn by its deer sign and tillable land. The second farm had great access, allowing for easy hunting without pressuring the deer. Neighbors' hunting pressure impacted deer movement on his first farm, influencing his decisions. He learned the importance of neighbor dynamics when purchasing land for hunting. Alex's new farm features a lake, enhancing its recreational value for family and friends. He used OnX to plan the lake's layout, achieving impressive accuracy in depth and design. The new farm's appraisal came back higher than the purchase price, a pleasant surprise. Alex aims to create a family-friendly space while still hoping for good deer hunting opportunities. And so much more! Get Pre-Approved to Purchase a farm with Buck Land Funding https://www.whitetailmasteracademy.com Use code ' HOFER ' to save 10% off at www.theprairiefarm.com Massive potential tax savings: ASMLABS.Net -Moultrie: https://bit.ly/moultrie_ -Hawke Optics: https://bit.ly/hawkeoptics_ -OnX: https://bit.ly/onX_Hunt -Painted Arrow: https://bit.ly/PaintedArrow