Studying Crown Maori land policy and practice in the period 1869–1929, from the establishment of the Native Land Court power until the cessation of large-scale Crown purchasing by Gordon Coates, this investigation chronicles the bleak and grim tidal wave of Crown purchasing that dominated the Maori people under very difficult circumstances. While recognizing that the government purchasing of Maori land was in its own way driven by genuine, if blinkered, idealism, this work's deep research on land purchasing policy gives renewed insight on the significant politicians of the era, such as Sir Donald McLean, John Balance, and John McKenzie who were strong advocates of expanded and state-controlled land purchasing.

Whether the prospective buyer is a farmer or rancher looking to expand operations, a sportsman seeking to preserve habitat for wildlife, or a nature enthusiast trying to conserve native flora and fauna, acquiring rural land can be a rollercoaster of exciting and stressful experiences. In Buying Rural Land in Texas: Taking the Right Risk, Charles E. Gilliland demonstrates that buyers can and should arm themselves with knowledge—of the land-buying process, of the potential problems involved, and of the resources available to them—to ensure a successful and satisfying outcome. In this practical guide, Gilliland outlines four phases of buying rural land: identifying what you want, in terms of both land and property rights; locating a suitable property; valuing the property; and completing the transaction. He then covers everything the potential landowner should know while progressing through these steps: how to identify and manage risk, plan an “exit strategy,” interpret present and future land prices, find the “perfect spot,” evaluate the property’s physical attributes, gauge economic trends, understand legal rights and limitations, protect natural resources, and, finally, close the deal. Incorporating real life examples from a career spent in land sales, Gilliland takes readers step-by-step through the process, also providing checklists, maps, professional tips, and information about how to tap additional sources of information and advice. With the knowledge gained from Buying Rural Land in Texas, new landowners will find themselves not at the end of a journey but at the beginning, as they learn to manage their land and to deliver it intact to future generations.

Eleven proven steps that can help you add value to your land are identified and clearly explained by a leading land broker. The steps offered in this short book can help you sell your land faster by improving its overall desirability and helping it stand out among other rural real estate tracts on the market. Top land real estate agents and brokers will try to guide their clients to making reasonable improvements on their property in an effort to get a better price for their land and to help it sell faster. You, as the land owner, can often get these improvements done in simple and cost-effective ways. Your informed effort on the front end can often make your reward on the back more than worthwhile! You will be able to see how some of these steps look on real land tracts of various sizes by seeing some of RecLand's listings at http: //www.recland.net. Many of the rural properties listed there will serve as real life examples. You can also hear more practical information related to this by watching some of the videos at http: //www.reclandtalks.com. RecLand Realty is the Duck Commander and Buck Commander Endorsed Land Broker and sells hunting land, timberland, farms and ranches in Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Texas, Iowa and Missouri. We have a broad range of experience in selling land and land management and have captured some of that experience here to help you sell your land faster...or improve it for your own use and enjoyment. (tags: land, real estate, land agents, land brokers, land management, buying land, rural land, recreational land)

Real estate investment is nothing new, but attaining financial freedom through property without ever having to deal with the headaches of renters, renovations, or rodents isn't something you hear about every day. Yet with Mark Podolsky's tried-and-true technique of raw land investment, you can become Dirt Rich without ever having to battle with a tenant, toilet, or termite. In this step-by-step guide, Mark breaks down his "ultimate subscription model" for creating passive income through the niche of raw land investment. Featuring details on common pitfalls, tips on cultivating an investor's mind, and advice on working smart instead of hard, this handbook will show you how to obtain a life of fiscal independence, with the flexibility to work where you want, when you want, and with whom you want. Financial freedom is within your reach. It's time to make your dreams a reality by starting to think dirty.

Investing in Vacant Land reveals lessons learned by the author from almost two decades of successful vacant land investing.The author has pursued a unique investment approach, generating cash flow while utilizing exceptional wealth-building techniques. His low-risk strategy involves acquiring out-of-favor rural vacant land, creatively adding value to that land, and selling at profit levels traditionally associated only with high-risk investments. This is a "how to" book, using detailed descriptions of investment techniques the author has employed illustrate the basic principles of vacant land investing. The reader is lead through a process that includes how to decide if investing in vacant land is appropriate for him or her, then developing a vacant land investment strategy that is unique to the reader's circumstances.

Buying and selling land can be a complicated endeavor. There are dozens of details that must be researched with many choices to make prior to closing on a transaction. Failing to properly perform due diligence can mean leaving money on the table, or worse: buying a property that cannot be used. This book provides the necessary information for becoming successful in maneuvering through this thing we call "land." Learn what you need to know and where to find the information. Over time, this will become your go-to and carry-with-you reference for land transactions. This book is for you if: You OWN land You want to BUY land You want to SELL land You want to BROKER land You INHERITED land Cheryl L. Sain has been in the real estate industry since 2001. She has executed thousands of land transactions with investors, land developers, national builders, and individuals. This book is a result of her experiences and the need for such a resource within the industry.

Uncover 11 true stories of land investing mistakes, mishaps and misfortunes that will show you what not to do when buying vacant land. Whether you are looking to hunt, camp, farm or build your own home, you will want to read these stories before you buy. Complete with a bonus due diligence checklist of over 120 items to guide you on your land acquisition journey, this practical book will teach you: How to ensure you can access your property. How to properly handle complicated ownership issues. Ways to detect environmental contamination. Effective tricks for navigating scams. What you should never do when confronted with a sudden surprise. Whether you are a first time land buyer or a veteran land investor, the tips in this book will help you navigate the stressful, confusing and complicated world of vacant land.