Category: Purchasing Land

There Are Many Reasons Why You Should Consider Moving to South Carolina  

Metcalf Land Company helps buyers find land and more for sale in South Carolina. Why are people moving to South Carolina? Why do they choose (and like) this particular state? Weather There’s a good meme going around the Internet and it says, “Nobody moves North for retirement.” If you have ever lived in the Midwest… Read more »

Tips for Taking Care of a Country Property

When you assume ownership of a country property, what are some tips for taking care of it? Country properties often have a lot of lawn to mow. You might need to invest in a riding mower to mow the large lawn yourself, or pay a nearby farmer to mow for you. Your land will probably… Read more »

How to Maintain Land with Acreage

Do you own land with acreage? It’s important to maintain it. You might have acres and acres of land that varies– it could include woods, streams, fields and buildings. Now you could ignore all of these things and just leave the land unattended and unmanaged, but then you might encounter major problems in the days… 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 »

Reasons to Buy South Carolina Land in Retirement

Are you looking forward to retirement? If so, maybe you’re dreaming of a new house in a new area. Many people like to make a major move when they retire– and they usually want to go somewhere warmer and nicer than wherever they currently live. Building a Dream Home Why not buy some land now,… Read more »

Should You Consider Moving to Spartanburg, SC?

Do you live in an area that gets a lot of snow each winter? Do you live somewhere where you “can’t feel your face” in February because it’s so cold outside? Maybe it’s time to consider moving South. While plenty of Northerners are making the move to Florida, there’s also a couple other warm winter… Read more »

The Advantages of a Conservation Easement in South Carolina

Conservation easements are legal agreements that permanently protect the “conservation values” of a property—riparian area, habitat and unique ecosystems, farmland and prime soils, and scenic “viewsheds” from public areas such as adjoining roads. These easements can be tailored to meet the needs of landowners and their heirs, even allowing for future development in designated areas. … Read more »

How to Make a Sound Land Buying Decision

Be Ready for the Give and Take Most people do not want to live a life of regrets, right? And one of the biggest buying decisions of a person’s life is when they buy property such as land or a house. These “big purchases” can feel overwhelming, and there can be some second guessing involved…. Read more »

What is a Disclosed Dual Agency?

If you were to study to become a realtor, you’d learn about a real estate-specific term called “dual agency.” Though most of you reading this aren’t real estate agents, it’s good for those who buy and sell real estate to know about this concept as it pertains to the business. What is a Dual Agency?… Read more »

Avoid These Mistakes When Purchasing Rural Land

Buying Rural Land

If you’re considering buying a piece of rural property in Upstate South Carolina or Western North Carolina, there is plenty of land available for you to buy right now. You can find land that you’ll love in different parts of both states. But before you sign on the dotted line and purchase rural property, you… Read more »