Buying land is exciting, but financing it is often more complicated than buying a house. Unlike traditional home mortgages, land loans are based on the property’s intended use, its current level of development, and the lender’s assessment of risk. The loan that makes sense for a build-ready homesite may not be the right fit for […]
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Zoning is one of those land details that can feel easy to overlook, until it directly affects what you can build, how you can use your property, or what a buyer is willing to pay. The right zoning can open the door to more income, better resale value, and long-term flexibility. The wrong zoning can
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Some properties seem ordinary at first glance. Others have the characteristics that developers actively seek, often years before construction begins.Whether you’re an investor, developer, or landowner, understanding property development potential is essential for identifying land with long-term value. The best development opportunities often share common characteristics, including favorable zoning, nearby infrastructure, buildable terrain, and growing
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Buying raw land is different from buying a house. There are no walls to inspect or kitchens to remodel. Instead, you’re evaluating access, topography, zoning, utilities, soils, flood risk, and long-term potential. The good news? You can uncover most of this information without ever leaving your desk. A little online research can save you thousands
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Most people don’t buy acreage on a whim; they buy it to solve a problem, support a lifestyle, or build long‑term wealth. Knowing why you’re buying is the single most important step in choosing the right property and avoiding costly regrets. This guide walks through 9 common types of acreage buyers and helps you decide which one
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The Co-op has launched the beta release of its Land Pro AI Property Chat across LandBrokerMLS.com. The chat interface now appears on every listing page, allowing visitors to ask questions about a property in real time, such as property use, access, utilities, amenities, and financing, or any additional questions they may have. The goal is simple:
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Nation’s Leading Auction Association Connects 2,500 Certified Professionals with the industry’s top, Member-owned, online land marketplace. OVERLAND PARK, KS – February 17, 2026 – The National Auction Association (NAA), the world’s largest association of auction professionals, today announced a strategic partnership with the Land Broker Co-op that connects the Co-op’s specialized land marketing platform, LandBrokerMLS,
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Section 453 proprietary trust is a better option to defer taxes than a 1031. I am not going to rehash all the advantages of our trust over a 1031 but am going to discuss some opportunities to get listings because our trust is far more flexible than a 1031. I will put on my John Wayne cowboy hat and ride to the rescue again with some 453 selling opportunities.
The REALTORS® Land Institute recently announced their 2022 leadership.
Land Broker Co-op Member Sam Bowers, ALC, was elected National Vice President; and Land Broker Co-op Member Mike Garrett, ALC, was elected At-Large Director.
Making better Programs for Veterans In 2014, Micah Fink, CEO/Founder of Heroes and Horses, was trying to get the program off the ground. He was $24,500 in debt, had invested his entire life savings into his mission, was blindsided by horse thieves (actual fact), and had too many questions and not enough answers. He
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