The Top 3 Things You Should Do Before Buying Land in Montana
Montana land ownership is more than a purchase — it’s an entry into a lifestyle that’s as rugged as it is rewarding.
But there’s a right way to get started.
Here are the top 3 things to do before you make that life-changing offer:
1. Get Clear on What You Want to Do With It
Are you hunting? Grazing? Building a legacy retreat? What you plan to do on the land determines what kind of land you should buy. Not every beautiful parcel is the right fit.
Zoning, water, soil, wildlife — it all matters.
2. Work With a Land Broker Who Actually Lives the Life
Anyone can sell dirt. But it takes someone who lives it to help you buy it smart.
Erik Erickson is a Montana native, a veteran, a rancher, and a land broker. He knows the difference between “good grass” and grass that won’t hold up. He’ll tell you what works and what doesn’t — before you invest.
3. Come Experience the Land Firsthand
If you’re serious, you need to see the land in a new kind of way.
Through Forbidden Ridge Outfitters, Erik offers customized land tours — whether by side-by-side, horseback, or even helicopter (depending on the season and terrain). This isn’t a tourism gimmick. It’s about getting boots on the ground and truly understanding the land you’re about to invest in.
You’ll explore the soil, the slope, the wildlife — everything that online listings just can’t show you, and get to have some fun along the way.
Make the Right Move With the Right Guide
When you’re ready to start your Montana land journey, Erik will help you see what’s possible — and avoid what’s not.
Call 406‑861‑5558 or visit mtlandandranch.com to plan your visit and get started with someone who knows the land because he lives it.
