Hey western Nebraska and beyond... New Listing...Clayton Sparks Estate 570 acres of dryland farm. Check it out! Call Mike or Wayne.Very Nice Dryland Farm and Acreage Located Near Elsie, NebraskaClayton Sparks Dryland Farm and Residential Acreage Offered for sale is 560 +/- dryland crop acres along with a residential acreage with 10 +/- acres in Perkins County, NE, separated into four parcels.SO much potential for this farmstead with two large metal buildings, hunting possiblilities. Very fairly priced at $1,400,000.00 !!   Check it out here: https://www.mystatemls.com/property/11074296/?listshare=5MEA6PAF4M73KT5DXBPVMYSVIY&mpIf you call us, we can get you set up with a farm that could easily be made into a hunters paradise or simply continue to farm it as dryland. The house needs work a... 05/06/2022

And...Another One's Gone...Another One's Sold...Another One Bites the Dust!!No one...and I mean no one...thought I could sell this raw pasture for $7500/acre   which was the listing price. (even me)  But I told the owner I thought we could get $7,000 an   acre if we were patient and marketed it to the right   crowd.  And it would need to be a cash buyer!! Many folks laughed at me and told me I was   nuts...nothing new there...and scoffed at what I was   trying to accomplish.  Those folks that own smaller   parcels were hoping I was successful and almost all   buyers were hoping I was way to high.Even a good friend who lives a mile down the road thoughts I was out of my mind!! As we rolled through the winter months, the Sellers   were patient and we landed somewhere between laughing and ... 04/25/2022

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Disclosure:  Mike & Robyn McCann are part owners of the 2 lots mentioned For Sale in this blog. Mike is a licensed real estate Broker in the State of Nebraska.FOR SALE:  2 Great Building Lots on the north end of St Paul, NE in the 1400 block of 9th Street!The west lots are under contract BUT great news... the east 2  lots are available and are located on a paved street with utilities to the lot lines.  Lot size is roughly 9,660 sq feet. 70' x 138' each. We are selling the lots separate at $30,000 each OR we will build to suit for you!I would strongly recommend building a zero entry single level home of between 1,500 to 1,900 sq feet with a nice sized 2 car garage but with no basement.  We would build a storm shelter in the Master closet. I could sell those like hotcakes if I had them av... 01/03/2022

Liz and Bill Spears have a great blog about "Do You Know the Back Roads?"Read it here: https://activerain.com/droplet/FXKQ Below the dotted line is my response to them. Their words and many of the responses can be adapted to almost any industry.  There is a ton of business in them there hills!  Don't stay inside of the box...those who are successful usually are outside the box or re-defining the box.  Re-define your own Box and go for it!!Photo is somewhere in northern Buffalo County! ..............................................................................................................Liz and Bill....Great analogy! I have (and always will) traveled the backroads since I was old enough to drive...I know (almost) every road within a 100 mile radius and have put over 60,000 miles o... 12/03/2021

I know many of you central Nebraska folks have called on this one and have said to let you know if it falls apart. It did not. It has new owners!! $388,000 sales price as is.But hey...I have others...including one the other direction from the Highway 281 turn off onto Gun Ranch Road.  357 was a traditional rancher that had a honey do list. ANd a ton of trees with a quonset.   Here is it's photo.......117 Gun Ranch is available also with a honey do list and almost 100K lower in price. But it is not your average ranch style home.Call me for more details on either or if you are looking for an acreage in central Nebraska.  Or if you want to buy or sell farm land...Mach1 Realty can help! You can also find 117 Gun Ranch and other properties on our website www.mach1ag.com  or on Realtor.com, Z... 10/13/2021

Unique County Acreage with Polebarn Home! Not For The Mainstream!Want somewhere to sharpen your Marksman Skills?  Want to put your Harley or Jeep in the Living Room to watch TV with YOU? No problem...garage door in family room!!Want to hunt in your own backyard? Want to unload that AR or rev the heck out of your hotrod without worrying about the neighbors crying? 13 acres to rip around on your 4 wheelers and dirt bikes...of course that will scare the deer and turkey away...Have I got a deal for you. This is NOT your Mama's Country home.   This is 100% Country living how it was meant to be lived!Get the heck out of the rat race and come to our beautiful county...we provide the field mice for free!Kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 1bath, and Living Room on 2nd Level. Great room, small office or non-co... 10/12/2021

Rain is good...too much rain at once is bad...but even an inch or half inch right at harvest is not good for most farmers.   All year they have prayed for rain and begged for rain...and now that we are smack dab in the middle of the Soybean harvest, rain is forecast for the next three days beginning this afternoon!Farmers have been working 18 hour days getting the soybeans out as rain and wind are not their friends right now.  I estimate about 50% of the crop is harvested in the central part of Nebraska.  Of the remaining 50%...about 3/4ths of that is ready to be harvested and the last 1/4th is still too high in moisture content.Optimal moisture content for beans is about 13%. SO why is rain bad?  You mean besides the muddy ground factor?Well...Even though the beans are drying out natur... 09/29/2021

Here you go folks...In St Paul, NE....4 lots to either build a couple of tri-plexes or build homes on each.Great size with some mature trees!  Established neighborhood. Paved street with utilities to the lots.This was an old smaller Victorian style home on a huge lot.  The home was removed about 4 years ago and the lot was mostly overgrown. Currently removing old diseased trees and will leave any good ones.  Come and take a look!Guess what?  My wife and I, along with a couple that are both friends and clients bought the large lot and are subdividing into 4 lots that are still nice sized at 70' wide by 130 (2 lots) and 70' x 147' (2 lots) prices in the photo.  Note  Licensed Agent owned! Wonderful opportunity for any builder or investor.Give me a call, text, or email for more info! Mike ... 07/30/2021

A MUST SEE!!! Absolutely stunning 2 story home with a dash of personal touch you won’t find anywhere else! Double sided fireplace in the living area and kitchen will make you feel right at home! Counterspace galore with plenty of room for an actively used kitchen! Dual Vanity with a massive walk-in closet only adds to the grandeur of the Master suite. Large bedrooms that are perfect for your family! The wide open, fully finished basement boasts a living area that screams for family time! The backyard has been meticulously maintained with a shed/pool house in the back. The pool adds the perfect aesthetic to the backyard that invites you outside to enjoy your home at the end of the day and on weekends. Click Here for More Info or Call 402-676-6700  06/25/2021

Real Estate is Hard. Being an agent is hard. Being paid less than what you should be is hard.No support from your Broker is Hard. Bringing in the business and then seeing the Broker reap the rewards is hard.Unless you are an agent at Mach1 Realty.  Of course many of the companies out there are good or maybe even great companies.  But if you are either at a bad company or...even at a good company...but do not really fit their profile...why are you there?We are looking for agents who are either successful or have a deep burning desire to be successful as a real estate agent. Confidentiality will always be maintained!Want to only sell farms?Awesome...come to our company and I will help you sell farms. Auction or private treaty.Commercial?  You bet...many multi million dollar sales.Resident... 04/07/2021

If you’re planning to buy a home, an appraisal is an important step in the process. It’s a professional evaluation of the market value of the home you’d like to buy. In most cases, an appraisal is ordered by the lender to confirm or verify the value of the home prior to lending a buyer money for the purchase. It’s also a different step in the process from a home inspection, which assesses the condition of the home before you finalize the transaction. Here’s the breakdown of each one and why they’re both important when buying a home. Home Appraisal The National Association of Realtors (NAR) explains: “A home purchase is typically the largest investment someone will make. Protect yourself by getting your investment appraised! An appraiser will observe the property, analyze the data, and ... 01/26/2021

In 1963, Martin Luther King, Jr. inspired a powerful movement with his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. Through his passion and determination, he sparked interest, ambition, and courage in his audience. Today, reflecting on his message encourages many of us to think about our own dreams, goals, beliefs, and aspirations. For many Americans, one of those common goals is owning a home: a piece of land, a roof over our heads, and a place where we can grow and flourish. If you’re dreaming of buying a home this year, start by connecting with a local Omaha real estate professional to understand what goes into the process. With a trusted advisor at your side, you can then begin to answer the questions below to set yourself up for homebuying success. 1. How Can I Better Understand the Process, a... 01/19/2021

The housing market made an incredible recovery in 2020 and is now positioned for an even stronger year in 2021. Record-low mortgage interest rates are a driving factor in this continued momentum, with average rates hovering at historic all-time lows. According to the latest Realtors Confidence Index Survey from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), buyer demand across the country is incredibly strong. That’s not the case, however, on the supply side. Seller traffic is simply not keeping up. Here’s a breakdown by state:As the maps show, buyer traffic is high, but seller traffic is low. With so few homes for sale right now, record-low inventory is creating a mismatch between supply and demand. NAR also just reported that the actual number of homes currently for sale stands at 1.28 ... 01/14/2021

According to many experts, the Omaha real estate market is expected to continue growing in 2021, and it’s largely driven by the lasting impact the pandemic is having on our lifestyles. As many of us spend extra time at home, we’re reevaluating what “home” means and what we may need in one going forward. Here are 4 reasons people are reconsidering where they live and why they’re expecting to buy a home this year.  1. Record-Low Mortgage Interest Rates In 2020, the average interest rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage hit a record low 16 times, continuing to fall further below 3%. According to Freddie Mac, the average 30-year fixed interest rate today is 2.65%. Many wonder how low these rates will go and how long they’ll last. Len Keifer, Deputy Chief Economist for Freddie Mac, advises: “If... 01/12/2021

Homeownership has always been the first rung on the ladder leading to household wealth. As Freddie Mac recently posted: “Homeownership has cemented its role as part of the American Dream, providing families with a place that is their own and an avenue for building wealth over time. This ‘wealth’ is built, in large part, through the creation of equity…Building equity through your monthly principal payments and appreciation is a critical part of homeownership that can help you create financial stability.” Home equity is the difference between the current market value of your house and the amount you currently owe on your mortgage. To estimate your equity, subtract your mortgage balance from the market value of your home. You can find what you owe on your mortgage by looking at your last ... 01/07/2021

It’s exciting to put a house on the market and to think about making new memories in new spaces. However, despite the anticipation of what’s to come, we can still have deep sentimental attachments to the home we’re leaving behind. Growing emotions can help or hinder a sale depending on how we manage them. When it comes to the bottom line, homeowners need to know what it takes to avoid costly mistakes when it’s time to move. Being mindful and prepared for the process can help you stay on the right track when selling your house this year. 1. Price Your Home Right When inventory is low, like it is in the current market, it’s common to think buyers will pay whatever we ask when setting a listing price. Believe it or not, that’s not always true. Don’t forget that the buyer’s bank will send ... 01/05/2021

Around this time each year, many homeowners decide to wait until after the holidays to sell their houses. Similarly, others who already have their homes on the market remove their listings until the spring. Let’s unpack the top reasons why selling your house now, or keeping it on the market this season, is the best choice you can make. This year, buyers want to purchase homes for the holidays, and your house might be the perfect match. Here are seven great reasons not to wait to sell your house this holiday season: 1. Buyers are active now. Mortgage rates are historically low, providing motivation for those who are ready to get more for their money over the life of their home loan. 2. Purchasers who look for homes during the holidays are serious ones, and they’re ready to buy. 3. You c... 11/27/2020

Do you need to make a quick sale on your Omaha home?Why not consider a home investor?Selling a home the traditional way takes time and effort. You'll need to prepare your house for viewing which requires cleaning and repairs. Then you'll have to pray that the market is up in your area!Not to mention all the extra costs such as realtor fees and paperwork processing fees. The closing process can also take time to complete. Selling your home to an investor is a quick and simple process. Home investors like us will buy your home for cash as is! Here are some of the many benefits of selling your house to a home investor.Traditional Buyers vs Home InvestorsTraditional buyers are regular people like you and me who want to buy a home to live in. They're looking to purchase a comfortable family ... 11/24/2020

There’s no doubt 2020 has been a challenging year. A global pandemic coupled with an economic recession has caused heartache for many. However, it has also prompted more Americans to reconsider the meaning of “home.” This quest for a place better equipped to fulfill our needs, along with record-low mortgage rates, has skyrocketed the demand for home purchases. This increase in demand, on top of the severe shortage of homes for sale, has also caused more bidding wars and thus has home prices appreciating rather dramatically. Some, therefore, have become cautious about buying a home right now. The truth of the matter is, even though homes have appreciated by a whopping 6.7% over the last twelve months, the cost to buy a home has actually dropped. This is largely due to mortgage rates fal... 11/24/2020