LAND SEARCH – BUYING LAND – September 2006

Hunting Land For Sale? Land and Farm Buying Ideas

“Land Value – Land Use – Land Maps – Land Loans – Part of the Process”

OK – so you’re ready to make a land purchase. You’ve thought about it, counted your coins, and made the decision that you are ready, READY, READY! So, how do you go about finding just the right tract of land?

First, make a list. Write down every feature and amenity you hope to find, i.e. 1) 100-200 acres of land, 2) heavily wooded, 3) stream & springs, 4) less than 10 miles to town, etc. In other words, build a wish list that is all-inclusive, and then be prepared to compromise.

Yes, compromise will be necessary since no one property will satisfy every item on your list. Visiting a number of properties is the best way to recognize the one that’s right for you. As you do, you will find yourself comparing one with the others until the right one becomes evident to you.

Next, take a look at the Internet. Using Google or Yahoo!, type “North Carolina mountains” in the search box. You should get several websites with information on mountain land. Better yet, take a look around our site right here.

Do some browsing. Compare the various tracts to give yourself an idea what’s available. Whatever website you use, expect to find useful information such as topo maps, surveys, detailed information, prices, and location maps. Colorful photos are nice, but not always available since many properties are heavily wooded.

You should be able to locate directions to each tract too, so you can drive there without difficulty. After a few miles of cruising past the tracts of interest, make an appointment to see those best suited for you.

Keep in mind that no one tract will have everything on your wish list. If you prefer views, you may not have a stream. If you want mountain land, don’t expect a flat parcel ideal for the family farm. No two properties are alike, and prices vary widely depending on elevations, topography, location, etc.

One bit of advice – if you are truly ready to buy, you will need and expect to have your questions answered. Avoid properties that raise doubts or leave your questions unanswered. Don’t hesitate to raise your concerns with the broker. You should receive accurate, knowledgeable answers, willingly provided.

You also bear some responsibility to share your land buying objectives openly with the broker. Be prepared to discuss property size, a suitable price range, and your timetable for making a purchase. Once you are firmly committed to making a purchase, this information is vital to the success of your search.

Ready to begin? Happy hunting!

 

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