Potential Hidden Costs in Land Sales

Selling land can be a daunting task, especially for those who are not well-versed in the intricacies of the land market. Many landowners find themselves navigating a complex process and, in hindsight, often wish they had taken different steps. At Blue Agate Land Company, we understand the challenges faced by property owners, and we strive to shed light on the potential hidden costs associated with selling land.

1. Cleaning and Preparing the Property

One hurdle many land owners face in order to sell their property is that the land is either overgrown, full of debris and trash, or has other blemishes that are in need of attention. These issues usually need to be addressed prior to selling the land on the open market to enhance the property's appeal to potential buyers. Remedying these issues takes a significant amount of time, money, and trusted contacts. This is where Blue Agate Land Company steps in to assist by not requiring these remedies to be made, but will rather purchase as-is.

2. Realtor Fees

One of the most significant expenses when selling property is realtor fees. These fees are negotiable, but you can typically expect it to range from 3% to 7% of the sales price, especially for deals under $50,000, which can go as high as 9% or 10%. However, at Blue Agate Land Company, we offer an alternative. By partnering with us and selling to us directly as a buyer, you eliminate the 3rd parties brokering the transaction, and therefore no brokerage fees.

3. Time Investment

The land selling process demands a significant investment of time. From marketing the property, capturing visuals, and selecting the right agents to negotiating with buyers and vendors, each step requires careful attention. Every hour spent on the process is an hour diverted from other priorities. Blue Agate Land Company recognizes the value of your time and streamlines the selling process, allowing you to focus on what matters most to you. The only decision you need to make is to reach out to us - we take care of everything else.

4. Surveys

For any property, having an accurate survey is essential to identify boundaries, terrain, and other key features and is typically required as part of the land sale. A standard boundary survey can cost between $1,000 and $6,000, with additional complexities potentially increasing expenses. Blue Agate Land Company takes care of all surveys so you as the seller don't need to worry about the time or the expense.

5. Closing Costs

Traditionally in a real estate transaction there will be buyer closing costs and seller closing costs. The seller typically has title fees, collection of prorated property taxes, etc. Blue Agate Land Company makes things simple for the land owner. We offer to cover ALL closing costs, including those typically paid for by the seller. That way, the cash offer we extended to you, is the amount you will be receiving. No need to worry about fees and other expenses eating into your net proceeds.

At Blue Agate Land Company, we strive to eliminate your costs by leveraging our industry expertise, strong relationships, and a commitment to creating win-win situations for all parties involved. When you choose to work with us, there are no realtor commissions, closing costs, or due diligence expenses – we take care of it all. Partner with Blue Agate Land Company and experience a seamless and cost-effective land selling process.

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