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I remember sitting in the 2011 Mossy Oak Properties Land Summit as Edsel Charles, the founder of Market Graphics, a leading real estate market analysis firm, spoke on the housing market and its prognosis for the next 10 years. Charles, whose firm literally hand counts the available housing inventory and housing starts in metro areas, gave a
Investing in rural land might seem like a daunting task to many individuals. After all, buying a tract of land is likely one of the largest purchases someone will make in their lifetime, so it’s essential to find the right help. Thankfully, experienced brokers who specialize in rural land sales are available as a resource for
With the US economy improving, the timber market throughout the country-in particular southern states such as South Carolina and Alabama-continues to improve, as timber by-products ranging from bath tissue to two by fours increase in demand. As the cash flows possible from the harvest of standing timber increase, so does the attractiveness of investing in
It’s a common misconception to think that buying rural land is only for real estate tycoons looking to diversify their portfolio. However, investing in rural land has been proven over time to be a smart play for just about anyone that is looking to park their money. From a pure investment standpoint, however, the goal
Buying a large tract of land might seem like a daunting task. However, for those who remain thorough throughout the process, and enlist the help of an experienced land specialist, it can be the most rewarding experience of their lives. Finding a property Those interested in buying land in a certain area should first decide what their
The question of whether you can legally live on recreational land does not have a simple “yes” or “no” answer across the United States. While it is possible in some areas, most recreational land comes with significant legal hurdles to permanent residency. According to real-world experiences from landowners, the biggest challenges are not necessarily the
Land pricing works differently than valuing a house or commercial building. Without structures or rental income to anchor numbers, the worth of raw land comes down to how people plan to use it and what they are willing to pay. Prices swing based on location, local demand, and practical details like road access or zoning
Navigating Land Financing Options Land financing works differently from regular home loans. Based on recent data from the National Association of Realtors, land loans typically require down payments of 20-50% compared to just 3-20% for traditional mortgages. Interest rates also run 1-5 percentage points higher than home loans, according to the latest Federal Reserve data.
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