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Land Acquisition Strategy and Financial Prudence

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Land Buyers Beware! Hidden Costs! You will be surprised...mistakes? Successes?

What happens here

The creator discusses his personal experience, initially planning to buy 10-20 acres for a mini-farm and homestead, but eventually acquiring 150 acres (60 acres initially, then another 90 acres across the farm). He describes the property as being overgrown with brush and small trees that were difficult to mow. He emphasizes that land acquisition should be done wisely, comparing it to the stock market where you 'make your money when you buy' not when you sell. He advises patience and waiting for the right time, especially when land prices are high, as they currently are. He also notes that properties with over 5 acres often incur higher interest rates for financing compared to standard home purchases, about 2% higher.

Goal: Understand the complexities of land buying, market timing, and financing to avoid financial strain.

Tools and materials

  • Farm Credit N/A — Checking for foreclosures on farm properties
  • Local Tax Office N/A — Checking for tax foreclosure land auctions
  • Personal Vehicle N/A — Driving country roads to look for 'for sale by owner' signs or unlisted properties
  • USDA Office N/A — Checking for land for sale or advice