Mapping Innovations and Technology with Steve Roberson from Land id
Release Date: 03/27/2024
The Biggest Financial Decision a Landowner Will Ever Make
Landowner Insider
You sold your land, now comes one of the biggest financial decisions of your life. For many landowners, this moment represents years, even generations, of hard work turning into a single major financial outcome. What happens next determines whether that wealth is preserved and grown, or slowly lost over time. In this episode of the Landowner Insider Podcast, we sit down with Jeff Smitherman, a 30-year Marine Corps veteran and advisor with Trusted Capital Partners, to break down what landowners should do after unlocking significant equity. This conversation goes beyond tactics. It focuses on...
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This Strategy Turned Land Into a $3.5M Tax Deduction
Landowner Insider
This strategy turned land into a 3.5 million dollar tax deduction, and most landowners are completely missing it. Companies like Bird Dog are helping landowners unlock it. In this episode of the Landowner Insider Podcast, we sit down with the team behind Bird Dog, a land intelligence platform built to help landowners turn their property into a high-performing financial asset. Kasey Mock breaks down how modern landowners are transforming property from a passive asset into a powerful wealth-building tool. Most landowners do not realize how many opportunities exist on their land. Bird Dog is...
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The New World Screwworm Threat with Texas Animal Health Commission
Landowner Insider
We do not have enough cowboys for what is coming. This screwworm threat could cost ranchers millions. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. T.R. Lansford of the Texas Animal Health Commission to break down the growing risk of the New World screwworm and what it could mean for ranchers, landowners, and the livestock industry. Screwworms were wiped out in the United States decades ago, but as they move north through Mexico, another outbreak is becoming a real possibility. The question is how long we have. In this episode, we cover what screwworms are and why they are so dangerous to livestock,...
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How to Build a Successful Ranch Without Going Broke
Landowner Insider
So many cowboys want a ranch, but nobody talks about how to actually build one without going broke in the process. In this episode of Landowner Insider, we dive into ranching for profit, smart investing, and why starting with cows might be the biggest mistake beginners make. Whether you are starting a small ranch, investing in land, or trying to turn your operation into a profitable business, this conversation will change how you think about building wealth in agriculture. We cover the difference between cash flow vs lifestyle ranching, how to turn your money over faster, and why real estate...
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Raising Money for Flooded Texas Farmers and Ranchers
Landowner Insider
Go to to donate to Texas farmers and ranchers who were affected by the July floods. The Mock Ranches Group and Mock Ranches Gives (an established 501(c)(3)) has a goal of raising $200,000 for Texas farmers and ranchers who were directly affected by the July Floods. 100% of the funds, donations, and supplies raised will go directly Texas agricultural producers to help them rebuild fences, corrals and agricultural infrastructure lost in the floods. With the money raised, we will purchase gift cards from local farm & ranch stores. These gift cards will be...
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Land Broker Mastermind: Remote Teams, AI, and Scaling in 2026 | Tyler Davis
Landowner Insider
In this episode, Kasey Mock sits down with Tyler Davis to talk through what’s changing in land brokerage, and what still matters. They cover practical mastermind takeaways, building and managing remote teams, and how brokers can adapt as technology (including AI) reshapes research, marketing, and operations. Tyler also shares perspective on Florida’s real estate growth, infrastructure pressure, and how conservation policy intersects with land values—then compares those dynamics to Texas, including the realities of conservation easements, funding, and long-term stewardship. Topics...
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Leadership Under Pressure: From Combat to Real Estate & Investing | Schuyler Williamson
Landowner Insider
In this episode, we’re joined by Schuyler Williamson—entrepreneur, military veteran, and author of The Steady Leader—for a practical conversation on leading with clarity when pressure is high. Drawing from his experience as a combat officer (with deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan) and as a high-performing real estate and investment professional, Schuyler shares leadership models that translate directly into business: decision-making in uncertainty, staying steady when the stakes rise, and building teams that perform without chaos. We also discuss wealth-building through real estate,...
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The Future of Land Brokerage: Standards, Tech, and Professionalism | Dan Murphy (RLI)
Landowner Insider
In this episode, Kasey Mock is joined by Dan Murphy, President of the Realtors Land Institute (RLI), for a conversation on why professionalism and education matter more than ever in land brokerage. They discuss RLI’s role in shaping industry standards, the history and mission behind the organization, and how training, accountability, and ethical representation protect landowners, buyers, and the reputation of the land business. The episode also covers how technology is changing real estate—and why transparency and collaboration will define the next chapter of the industry. Topics include:...
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Post-Election 2025 Real Estate Outlook: Land, Rates, and Buyer Confidence
Landowner Insider
In this episode of Land Broker Insider, Kasey Mock and Max Ramsey break down the real estate landscape heading into 2025 following the election cycle and the shift in market sentiment they’re seeing from brokers, buyers, and sellers. They discuss what’s changed over the past few years—market retraction, inflation pressure, and tighter decision-making—and what to watch next: demand drivers, confidence signals, and how to build a practical plan for buying or selling land in a changing environment. The conversation also covers impact fees, why market dynamics matter at the local...
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Trophy Bass on Private Ponds: Lake Management Tips (Part 2) | Steven Bardin
Landowner Insider
In Part 2, Kasey Mock sits down with fisheries biologist Steven Bardin of Texas Pro Lake Management to talk through what it really takes to build and maintain a trophy bass fishery on private land. They cover practical pond and lake management strategies—from habitat and forage planning to stocking, water quality, and long-term maintenance—plus common mistakes landowners make that cost time and fish quality. Whether you’re improving an existing pond or planning a new lake build, this episode offers a clear framework for better results. Topics include: • Trophy bass strategy for private...
info_outlineKasey Mock, Chad Andrus and Max Ramsey of www.mockranches.com sit down with Steve Roberson, Founder and President of Landid, formerly MapRight https://www.id.land. The guys discuss innovations and the evolution of mapping technology, availability of data, and mapping as a tool. This was a live recording from the Realtors land Institute https://www.rliland.com 2024 National Land Conference in Louisville, KY.