Lowlines... Life Style and Opportunity

Some things we choose to do we do because we know it just suits us. It fits the image we've always had of ourselves. Maybe we've denied that image or have simply put it off for too many years but it keeps reforming in our heads during our quieter times.

I live on a hill overlooking our pasture. A white fence defines a small corral with a small storage shed that I've turned into a barn sits in the corner. Right behind the corral is my  one acre pasture. Four Lowline Angus animals roam across the pasture occassionally lying down to rest and to finish eating the contents of stomach 1 and 2.  It took me 50 years to reach this spot and I love it.

For too many years I never owned a pair of barn boots. They are the type that you slide in to and come about mid way up to your knees. I use my boots to go feed my Lowlines. Doesn't take me long but it gives me an opportunity to visit with them for a few while I feed them some hay and check their water tank. I don't really know if they enjoy my company but I enjoy theirs.

Evergreen, a Lowline heifer expecting in April, is always glad to see me. She loves to eat and her belly proves it. But she's eating for two and I'm looking forward to when she delivers. Bubba, the expectant father, also eats as if for two.

I call it my ranch but it's really just a very large backyard. The Lowlines are my lawn mower, entertainment, conversation starter, and an investment. Did you say investment?

Actually, I did and they are. Let me explain.

First of all, we are not expecting to get rich from our Lowlines. The Lowlines 'business' is just part of an overall investment strategy. I have to admit tho, it is the most fun part. And we're not putting all of our 'eggs' into the business because the Lowline 'business,' like any other business has risks involved.  In fact, before you decide to get into the business, you may want to discuss the details with your financial advisor.

Secondly, not everyone who has Lowlines have a Lowline 'business.' Many Lowline owners simply enjoy their animals peacefully grazing the pasture. They might enjoy the knowledge that if life's circumstance change, they could sell their Lowlines and possibly recoup their investment and then some.

As you can see from the chart above and right, Lowline animals have value. And if you own a breedable female Lowline, you have yourself a little baby factory capable of producing another Lowline of relatively significant value.  In fact, at the 2007 National Western Lowline Show, a bred full blood heifer sold for $26,000.00! She was a very attractive young lady and had an excellent pedigree. Clearly, not all bred heifers will command that much money.

Another consideration for the Lowline 'business' is your tax situation. Having a 'farm' or 'ranch' with income and expenses can offer some outstanding tax benefits. Not being either a CPA or a tax expert, I would again suggest that you discuss your particular situation with your own advisors.

To fully understand the Lowline opportunity, we have prepared The Lowlines: Life Style and Opportunity Starter Kit. The kit will cover in detail all aspects of being a Lowline Rancher.

Lowlines... Life Style and Opportunity

Some things we choose to do we do because we know it just suits us. It fits the image we've always had of ourselves. Maybe we've denied that image or have simply put it off for too many years but it keeps reforming in our heads during our quieter times.

I live on a hill overlooking our pasture. A white fence defines a small corral with a small storage shed that I've turned into a barn sits in the corner. Right behind the corral is my  one acre pasture. Four Lowline Angus animals roam across the pasture occassionally lying down to rest and to finish eating the contents of stomach 1 and 2.  It took me 50 years to reach this spot and I love it.

For too many years I never owned a pair of barn boots. They are the type that you slide in to and come about mid way up to your knees. I use my boots to go feed my Lowlines. Doesn't take me long but it gives me an opportunity to visit with them for a few while I feed them some hay and check their water tank. I don't really know if they enjoy my company but I enjoy theirs.

Evergreen, a Lowline heifer expecting in April, is always glad to see me. She loves to eat and her belly proves it. But she's eating for two and I'm looking forward to when she delivers. Bubba, the expectant father, also eats as if for two.

I call it my ranch but it's really just a very large backyard. The Lowlines are my lawn mower, entertainment, conversation starter, and an investment. Did you say investment?

Actually, I did and they are. Let me explain.

First of all, we are not expecting to get rich from our Lowlines. The Lowlines 'business' is just part of an overall investment strategy. I have to admit tho, it is the most fun part. And we're not putting all of our 'eggs' into the business because the Lowline 'business,' like any other business has risks involved.  In fact, before you decide to get into the business, you may want to discuss the details with your financial advisor.

Secondly, not everyone who has Lowlines have a Lowline 'business.' Many Lowline owners simply enjoy their animals peacefully grazing the pasture. They might enjoy the knowledge that if life's circumstance change, they could sell their Lowlines and possibly recoup their investment and then some.

As you can see from the chart above and right, Lowline animals have value. And if you own a breedable female Lowline, you have yourself a little baby factory capable of producing another Lowline of relatively significant value.  In fact, at the 2007 National Western Lowline Show, a bred full blood heifer sold for $26,000.00! She was a very attractive young lady and had an excellent pedigree. Clearly, not all bred heifers will command that much money.

Another consideration for the Lowline 'business' is your tax situation. Having a 'farm' or 'ranch' with income and expenses can offer some outstanding tax benefits. Not being either a CPA or a tax expert, I would again suggest that you discuss your particular situation with your own advisors.

To fully understand the Lowline opportunity, we have prepared The Lowlines: Life Style and Opportunity Starter Kit. The kit will cover in detail all aspects of being a Lowline Rancher.