If you plan to buy or sell commercial land in the Carolinas, then it’s wise to work with a real estate broker. He or she can help you with the complicated process which can include negotiations, special permissions, written agreements, land considerations, local ordinances, etc. In Spartanburg, South Carolina, Metcalf Land Company can help you… Read more »
Category: Investing in Land
What Should You Do With a Large Plot of Land?
Metcalf Land Company helps buyers find large plots of land in South Carolina and beyond. Now here’s a good question: “What can I do with a large plot of land?” Agricultural Purposes Large plots can be used for many purposes. Perhaps a main reason people buy large plots of land is for agricultural purposes. They… Read more »
What Are the Responsibilities of a Land Broker?
Most people are familiar with real estate agents and know that they tend to deal with the sales of residential properties, right? But what about land brokers? These men and women are in charge of the negotiation and acquisition of land. Land Brokers Help Find a Purpose for Vacant Land Land brokers often work toward… Read more »
Don’t “Fly Blind” When Buying Land in South Carolina
So you’ve got it in your head that it might be time to buy some land… but you have no idea where to start or where to go? That’s normal. What are some land buying suggestions? Define the Why First, figure out the “why” of buying land. What’s your purpose with it? Do you want… Read more »
Don’t Wait on Buying Land in South Carolina
Have you been thinking about buying land? A lot of people are thinking about buying land because land is a scarce resource and people are looking to diversify their holdings beyond stocks and bonds. Buying and owning land is something tangible and worthwhile, especially if other investments tank. After all, land is real– it can’t… Read more »
How to Best Negotiate a Land Deal
You spot a piece of land and think, “Maybe I could own that– I wonder how much it is?” Eventually, you find out who owns that land and it’s time to negotiate a deal. The seller wants to feel like they’re getting a good deal, as does the buyer, right? So, how should a land… Read more »
What Are the Benefits of Owning a Vacant Lot in South Carolina?
Metcalf Land Company has been bringing together Upstate South Carolina landowners and land buyers for decades. From a few acres to tens of thousands of acres, Metcalf Land Company handles a wide variety of land brokerage deals. One of the things people come to Metcalf Land Company looking for is vacant lots. Now why would… Read more »
Investment Land Misconceptions
Have you been thinking about investing in land? What are some myths about land investment? You Need A Lot of Money For starters, most people assume you need a lot of money to invest in land. They think, “It’s only for wealthy people.” That’s not true! Just like with anything, there are various parcels of… Read more »
What is a Perc Test?
If you’re buying land, how much do you really know about that land? Sure, there’s the above ground part you can see with your own eyes, but what about what’s underneath? Perhaps you should have a perc test done. An Overview of a Perc Test What is a perc test (aka perk test or percolation… Read more »
The Real Estate Market in South Carolina Remains Robust
If you have endured an Upstate New York winter, you know it can get downright cold and snowy for weeks on end… and Northerners rarely see the sun. In other words, winter can be brutal in some parts of the country. It’s no wonder, then, that Northerners flock to Southern states as snowbirds. Some even… Read more »