Timber is still a somewhat niche investment, so it’s not surprising that many land buyers may not be familiar with how to value timber land. Yet, forested lands that are owned and operated for the sole purpose of investing is not new in concept. It’s just that only recently has timber become an investment that is accessible to individuals as…
Even the most experienced land buyers may not know all of the pros and cons of conservation easements. In fact, even we didn’t know a lot of what is covered below until we began researching this blog post! But to start with, a conservation easement is a voluntary agreement that permanently limits the use of the land to protect its…
Land appraisals are an essential part of the real estate due diligence process for high-value parcels of vacant land. As most land buyers do not understand how to value land, a land appraisal can help give you an idea of how much a property is worth and how much should be paid for it. In this article, we’ll take a…
What do you mean by title exceptions? If I buy a parcel of land, aren’t I the owner, plain and simple? Well, not exactly. When you buy real estate, you aren’t just buying a physical asset, but rather the bundle of legal rights associated with that asset (right of use, right of possession, etc). It turns out that sometimes this whole…
If your loved one owned vacant land or an estate of great value, you may need to go through the probate process once they pass away. The probate process will differ depending on the state, but it’s often the only legal way to become the owner of real estate. Keep reading for more information about probate in real estate and…
Paying closing costs on a land sale can be an unexpected expense for land buyers. These closing costs account for 2 to 5 percent of the purchase price. Yet, typically buyers are not the only party that must pay fees at closing. Sellers also have fees that they must pay during land sales. For example, they have their real estate…
Digital nomads have brought tiny houses, van living, full-time RV living and full-time travel to the forefront of American life. Never before has full-time RVing been such a realistic idea for so many people. If you’re part of the massive group who is intrigued by this non-traditional lifestyle, then go for it! However, don’t become a full-time RVer before you…
When you think of the sunny skies and the beaches nearby, it’s hard not to want to buy land in Florida. And while you may envision yourself on a beachfront property, Florida also offers a lot of variety. It has a lot of gorgeous flat properties, picturesque wetlands, and hardy pine forests. You can purchase vacant rural land that allows…
Looking to buy land in Texas? We took a look at all of the counties in Texas and compared the number of listings on LandWatch as well as the average price of land sales in each. Below are the top 17 counties that came out of our analysis and what you should know about them. But remember, always do your…
The idea of landlocked property is often confusing to first-time landowners. How can there be land that you can’t legally access? It sounds strange, but there are actually many landlocked properties throughout the US. So what should you do if you find or buy one? Fortunately, there are a number of methods devised for obtaining legal right to access a…
