Building a driveway or road on your property can be a considerable undertaking but it can provide many benefits for you as a landowner. As “quaint” as dirt roads may be on rural properties, there are many benefits to investing in a professional, well built driveway. Although the cost can be significant, it can provide …
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If you’re in the land market, then you’re likely in for a complex legal journey. It may seem easy to find a piece of land, make an offer, and close the deal, but the process is typically far more complex than that. From contracts and paperwork to understanding zoning laws, navigating the legal side of …
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You’ve heard the phrase “land rich and cash poor” and it makes you want to know more about owning land, particularly the basics. Sure, buying a piece of land is exciting, but it also has many legal complexities involved. Before diving into being a landowner, it’s best to get informed and research. This article is …
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Congratulations! You’ve decided to investigate land for sale – whether it’s to build a home, farm, or simply invest in, you’ve landed in the right spot. But with so many land dealers and properties out there, it can be hard to know where to start and how to go about evaluating the land for sale. …
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If you are interested in growing trees for profit, you may be more familiar with the idea of selling heirloom fruit or nuts from trees. But did you know that many people will pay good money for already-grown shade trees?
If you intend to feed yourself and your family, there are a few staple crops you absolutely need in rotation. These crops either have high yields, high nutrient values, or are easy to rear. Whether you are a new gardener or an old hand in the yard, it is important to plan out your garden …
Hobby farms, small farms maintained as recreational land or farmland for supplemental income, have become increasingly popular in the last decade with urban dwellers and retirees. In the US, where older farms are often absorbed by larger farms, owning a small farm is often no longer profitable as a primary source of income. As a result, many are being purchased as hobby farms by those looking for a place to grow crops that can be sold at local farmer’s markets or used for personal consumption.
Owning chickens can be an easy way to provide your family or homestead with a steady supply of protein, but getting the room and resources to raise hens can involve quite a financial investment. Fortunately, not only are there many ways to save when rearing chickens, there are also ways for you to make money off of them if you have enough. One of the easiest ways to do this is to make yourself into a small business and claim tax breaks, but this often requires various licenses and fees, depending on your state. What are some legal documents you will need to raise and make money off your chickens?
For many people, the dream of owning a ranch is idyllic and deeply ingrained. Whether you’ve been planning for decades to purchase a ranch of your own, or you simply feel that now might be the right time to break into this market, you’re probably equally interested in finding some useful tips for buying a …
Raising Chickens
