David Buck
David Buck is anentrepreneur and horticulturalist from Oregon. His rich experience in the applegrowing industry has led him to become a valued mentor in his field. Hiseducation at Oregon State University prepared him to handle the technical andscientific aspects of operating a successful agricultural business of any type.
After graduating from OregonState, Buck invested in a small apple orchard. Running this community-based orchard gave him a great deal of experience with managing agricultural problems as well as handling the issues involved in any small business. He was able to use his strong horticulture skills from college to promote the health of his trees and crops.
David Buck Apple Farmer has a thriving consulting business where he shares his wisdom with other agricultural producers from strawberry farms to vineyards. He also takes the time to mentor young people coming into the industry, spending time with local chapters of the Future Farmers of America. Buck believes that the future leaders in the industry need to be fostered with care.
Buck has been a force in the field of therapeutic horticulture. He believes that the earth can help to heal the body. He has helped to build gardens at hospitals and care facilities, and he also offers horticulture lessons for people with mental, emotional, and physical challenges.
David Buck has made a mark in the agricultural industry in Oregon. He is poised to continue meeting the unique challenges of the industry while sharing his expertise with young growers. He is also passionate about gardening as therapy.
What do you know about the real estate industry?
I don’t have a lot of experience with real estate, but I have bought and sold a few properties. I originally bought my apple orchard when I had just graduated from college. I wanted to get right into the industry and start applying what I had learned. I went into buying my orchard with very little knowledge of real estate.
Have you ever sold real estate? How did you make it happen?
I sold my first apple orchard several years ago. Selling an orchard is challenging because the potential field of buyers is much smaller than other types of commercial land. I was also very concerned that the orchard sold to someone who was planning on keeping it open, not to a developer who would change the land use.
Currently, my partner and I live in a beautiful home with a small orchard that I use to practice my horticultural arts.
How much experience do you have in buying or selling real estate?
I don’t have a huge amount of experience. Buying and selling commercial real estate is a complex undertaking. I was lucky that I had a great realtor and also a great real estate lawyer to protect my interests.
Have you ever made a sell or a purchase you have regretted?
No, I haven’t. I have been satisfied with all of my real estate deals. I feel like we could have held out for a little more money when we sold the orchard, but we were right on the line where the buyer could have walked if we asked for any more. I trusted my realtor to handle that aspect of the negotiations.
What advice would you give inexperienced who are wanting to buy or sell?
Make sure you do your research. Find out everything you can about the home or property you’ll be buying. Talk to your prospective neighbors. Find out about any potential issues that might impact your home or your business down the road.
What have you found out to be the best way to market property?
For the orchard, advertising in trade publications was perfect. We wanted to find a buyer who would keep the orchard open. For my home, I made sure that it was searchable on as many online platforms as possible. The mobile apps where you can look up any sort of information on a house are so valuable.
What tools do you believe are essential for success in the real estate industry?
Trustworthiness, smart business fundamentals, and a willingness to take measured risks seem to be the most important parts of succeeding in real estate. It also helps to be as friendly and open-minded as possible. Realtors need to deal with a wide variety of people in order to succeed. A smile goes a long way.
What has real estate taught you about life?
It taught me to be patient. It also taught me that I could achieve my dreams if I went about them the right way.
How can you use what you have learned in real estate to succeed in other areas?
Real estate lessons definitely apply themselves to other areas of my life. Being a farmer, I need to practice patience and care.
Do you have a mentor who taught you what you know?
I have had many excellent mentors. The family who sold the orchard became an unexpected source of knowledge. I walked throughout the entire property with the gentleman who had taken care of the trees for the past forty years. His knowledge was invaluable.
Do you have a feedback system? How does it work?
I don’t have a formal feedback system, but I try to make sure that all of my clients are satisfied with my services. I encourage them to review me positively on Yelp or LinkedIn.
