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Discover Your Value

Expert Real Estate Appraisals for Colorado Landowners

WHY SPECIALIZED VALUATION

Rural, recreational, and conservation properties cannot be valued with a general residential approach.

Their worth is shaped by factors a standard appraisal never examines: the priority date on a water right, whether a parcel sits in a draw-only hunting unit, the restrictions in an easement deed, or adjacency to a national forest. Land Legacy was built specifically for these properties, bringing the research, the Colorado data sources, and the standards fluency that complex land assignments require.

OUR SPECIALIZATION

Four areas of Focus

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Before-and-after valuations for land trusts, landowners, and state and federal tax-credit filings.

Conservation Easements

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Large-acreage and growth-corridor land where amenity, access, and use drive value.

Rural & Transitional Land

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Yellow Book (UASFLA) and USPAP appraisals for federal, state, and local land acquisitions.

Government Acquisition

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Valuations driven by hunting and fishing quality, water rights, and access to public land.

Recreational & Water Value​

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13 +

YEARS APPRAISING IN COLORADO

300 +

PROJECTS COMPLETED

60,000 +

ACRES APPRAISED

OUR APPROACH

What Sets Us Apart

Expertise

Rural and Recreational Focus

Our specialization in rural, transitional, and recreational properties allows us to provide unparalleled insights and valuation services in these unique markets. Whether it's ranches, waterfront properties, or mining claims, we have the expertise to deliver high-quality reports that meet the highest standards.

Precision

In-Depth Mapping

We go beyond traditional appraisals by offering in-depth, custom mapping services that provide a comprehensive view of the property and its surrounding area. Our detailed maps enhance the valuation process, giving our clients a clearer understanding of the land and its potential. 

Quality Reports

Insightful Analysis

Our appraisal reports are not just documents; they are detailed analyses that offer valuable insights to landowners. We believe in transparency and accuracy, ensuring that our clients receive reports that are informative, reliable, and instrumental in their decision-making process.

SERVICES

How we work with clients

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Real Estate Appraisal

In-depth analysis, and formal, data-driven opinions of value

Receive expert guidance on land value with detailed reports supported by data and experience. Compliant with USPAP, as well as other specific guidelines where required:

- Treasury Regulations (State & Federal Tax Credit Filings)

- Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions

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Real Estate Insight Briefing

Informed market analysis for strategic real estate and real property decisions

We offer property owners and other stakeholders in real estate transactions a service which provides insights and data without formally concluding a value.

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Mapping & Land Data

Custom property views for enhanced insight

Detailed GIS mapping that tells the visual story of a property, available standalone or with every appraisal.

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PROJECT NEWS

Our legacy in appraisal

Each year, Land Legacy contributes unbiased value opinions to important land acquisition and conservation projects across Colorado, helping secure the public's land legacy for years to come.

MEET THE TEAM

A family-owned Colorado firm

Based in Lyons, Colorado, and built on careful, detail-oriented work.

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PRESIDENT / CERTIFIED GENERAL APPRAISER

Betsy Wagner

An MBA in Real Estate and MS in Environmental Policy, with 20+ years across the public, private, and academic sectors. Appraising in Colorado since 2013.

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VICE PRESIDENT / OPERATIONS

Matt Wagner

Fifteen years of product development and management experience from the outdoor industry, focused on strengthening our work product and operations.

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