Chad grew up in West Texas and has been in the farm and ranch real estate industry since 2000. After earning a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics and a master’s degree in Land Economics and Real Estate while attending Texas A&M University, Chad began his career in farm and ranch property appraisal.
Over the years, he has specialized in valuations of various agricultural property types, emphasizing estate settlement and planning, undivided ownership interests, expert witness testimony, wildfire damages, ranch partitions, and other needs. For over 20 years, he was associated with Chas. S. Middleton and Son in Lubbock, Texas, where his practice diversified into the brokerage of farm and ranch property, with a trade area throughout Texas and New Mexico.
With vast experience and knowledge in all facets of farm and ranch real estate, Chad prides himself on the aggressive representation of buyers and sellers to maximize their return on investment. He has been blessed to have appraised and brokered several well-recognized and high-profile legacy-type ranch properties for well-known individuals and families and several of the Nation’s largest landowners.
Chad holds an Accredited Rural Appraiser Designation through the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers, real estate broker’s licenses, and general appraisal certifications in Texas and New Mexico.
Chad and his wife, Kaci, reside near Lubbock, Texas.
Canyon Creek Ranch is located in northwest Cottle County, approximately 13 miles northwest of Paducah and six miles south of Cee Vee. County Road 176 along the northern boundary provides access, making it easily reachable while maintaining a sense of seclusion.
The ranch boasts a diverse scenic topography characterized by upland pastures cut by meandering draws and seasonal creeks. This varied landscape enhances the ranch's visual appeal and offers numerous outdoor activities, such as hunting, hiking, horseback riding, wildlife observation, and many others.
The brush cover on Canyon Creek Ranch is excellent, providing vital habitat for a variety of wildlife species. The hunting prospects here are particularly promising, with one-and-a-half miles of boundary adjoining the expansive 28,000-acre Matador Wildlife Management Area (MWMA). The ranch is home to whitetail, mule deer, and an array of other game, including dove, quail, and various varmints. This makes it an ideal destination for hunting enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
The ranch is served by rural water, ensuring reliable access to water for both livestock and wildlife. Additionally, there are two wells on the property and seasonal water holes throughout the multiple bottomlands.
Canyon Creek Ranch presents an exceptional recreational ranch opportunity and a rare offering adjoining the MWMA.
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