Doyle Spencer

My advice focuses on due diligence and looking beyond the fence line, especially for land or investment properties. Unlike a typical home purchase, land acquisitions involve specialized risks. First, confirm your goals—is it development, recreation, agriculture, or a future homesite? Second, engage in thorough pre-acquisition evaluations. This means checking access, easements, flood maps, soil quality, and the regulatory environment before making an offer. As an Accredited Land Consultant (ALC), I perform this diligence upfront to minimize expensive surprises and ensure the land meets your long-term investment strategy.

For sellers of acreage, ranch, or commercial land, my advice is to shift focus from curb appeal to data and documentation. Buyers in this market need facts. My team and I focus on aggressively documenting and marketing the property's highest and best use. This includes compiling boundary surveys, utility access reports, aerial maps, and any available mineral or water rights data. As a Listing Agent, I leverage this comprehensive package—not just aesthetics—to clearly define the property's true value, ensuring we attract the right investor and secure the optimal price and terms.

I primarily work with clients whose needs go beyond standard residential transactions. My clients include: Investors focused on 1031 Exchanges looking to defer capital gains by acquiring replacement investment properties. Landowners selling inherited ranches, farms, or recreational tracts. Developers seeking large parcels of transitional land for future subdivision or commercial use. Individuals looking to purchase raw land for custom homes, hunting, or long-term investment. My background as an Accredited Land Consultant (ALC) and my knowledge of Oil, Gas & Minerals allow me to effectively represent complex client needs across Texas.

I recently facilitated the acquisition of a large ranch property for a client planning a long-term conservation and recreation strategy. The transaction was complex because it involved multiple, existing oil and gas leases and significant water rights. We spent significant time working with legal counsel and surveyors to clearly delineate the surface estate rights versus the mineral rights. My detailed pre-offer evaluation ensured the client understood the value and the regulatory landscape before closing. The transaction went smoothly because we addressed all potential conflicts before they became issues, securing the property with clear title and clear expectations for the client's long-term enjoyment and use.

I grew up on a sprawling ranch in Texas, which instilled a deep connection to the land and a strong work ethic. After dedicating 22 years to service in the U.S. Marine Corps, I retired and moved into the commercial construction industry. Real estate, particularly land and commercial transactions, was a natural transition that allowed me to combine my passion for the land with the leadership, management, and intense negotiation skills honed during my military service. This path led me to specialize, ultimately earning the Accredited Land Consultant (ALC) designation to formalize my expertise.

Yes, my education and training are highly specialized to benefit clients dealing with complex assets: Accredited Land Consultant (ALC): This is the gold standard for land specialists. It signifies advanced training in areas like Transitional Land Development, 1031 Exchanges, and Oil, Gas & Minerals. Military Discipline: My 22 years as a retired U.S. Marine translates directly into exceptional leadership, project management, and unwavering focus during complex negotiations and due diligence periods. Construction Expertise: I hold Residential Construction Certified (RCC) and Certified New Home Specialist (CNHS) designations, combined with years in commercial construction. This knowledge is invaluable for clients looking at land for development or assessing the potential of existing structures.