A quality, hugable, lovable investment...

. . .one which offers multiple returns. Alpacas have their own personality and require little care. They eat hay, protein and mineral supplements and appreciate fresh water. Minimal veterinarian attention is required. Fiber sales from annual shearing can offset maintenance costs. And, alpacas can be insured for 100% of their value.

The offspring produced often sell for as much or more than paid for the mom (Dam). Quality males are sold as herdsires, providing income through breeding fees. Quality females are sold as breeding females for producing offspring.

Treated as a depreciable asset, the alpaca purchase price can be depreciated, usually over 5 years. And a huge tax advantage is application of IRS Rule 179 which permits write-off in 2005 of $105,000 against income for alpaca and business related purchases.

For information specific to your taxes, please consult your tax advisor. Visit Sunny Mesa to receive an industry financial brochure free to visitors.