Tag: Recreational Real Estate
Five Tips for a Land Buyer’s First Property Visit
Check out this feature article by one of our own Potlatch Brokers, Rick Musick of Musick & Sons, Idaho. Featured on www.LandThink.com – CLICK HERE
BROKER Q&A: Phil Hyde of Bear Island Land Co.in Minnesota
We spent some time with Phil Hyde, an Associate Broker/Appraiser from Bear Island Land Co. in Minnesota – asked him a few questions to get to know him and the Minnesota market better. Here’s what he had to say. What does ‘Potlatch land’ mean to buyers in Minnesota? There is strong history and allure to… more BROKER Q&A: Phil Hyde of Bear Island Land Co.in Minnesota
The Importance of Property Surveys
Most land transactions rely on a survey, which determines the parameters of the parcel being bought or sold. A correct survey is important to assure that all parties involved have a sense of security and buyers are clear in what they are purchasing. For sellers, we recommend a current survey to make sure there aren’t… more The Importance of Property Surveys
How to Prepare for the Land Closing Process
By Pete Prutzman, Kingwood Forestry Services – Arkansas In general, recreational property and timberland sales are usually simpler to close than residential sales. There are rarely any structures or other improvements, so there are no utility bills to pro-rate, no termite policies to buy and no mortgage insurance, among other things. And many timberland tracts currently… more How to Prepare for the Land Closing Process
Exploring recreational property with GPS
by Rod Osterloh, Close~Converse, Minnesota Only a few years ago, it was rare to have a client ask for the coordinates to a property. But now, it’s one of the most requested pieces of information when we talk to those interested in buying land. A Global Positioning System (GPS) is no longer considered a “rich… more Exploring recreational property with GPS