· Alpacas
are depreciable
· Alpacas
are 100% insurable against loss
· All
expenses attributable to raising alpacas for profit can be written
off against your income if you are an active breeder; passive
investors can still enjoy tax benefits including depreciation of
breeding stock
· The
female offspring of an alpaca commonly sells for as much or more
than the dam
· Alpacas
produce a luxurious, non-scratchy fiber that is as soft as cashmere
and stronger, lighter and warmer than wool
· Carded
fiber currently brings $2.00 to $6.00 per ounce; alpacas generally
yield 3-7 pounds of fiber each year, with yielding as much as 10
pounds.
· Pregnant
females sell for $10,000 to more than $30,000
For more
information on the benefits of alpaca ownership go to
www.alpacainfo.com