FAQ

Purchasing Instructions

I’m Interested in Buying – Now What?

Thank you for your interest in Smart Land Deal offerings. We go to great lengths to make this process as easy as possible. Please follow these simple steps on how to buy from Smart Land Deals.

Found a property – Time to do your homework

After you’ve found your land that meets your needs and budget it’s very important to do your homework. Does the property meet your end goals? Call the county and ask questions. Research and inspect the property. All Smart Land Deals are sold “As-Is, Where-Is”.

PURCHASING OPTIONS

We only sell our own properties, therefore the closing process is fairly quick and easy. There is no agent or middle man. Each of our listed properties are either offered as CASH terms or SELLER FINANCE terms. The BUY NOW option will be pre-set for the terms offered on the property you are interested in purchasing.

CASH PRICE

To Purchase at Discounted CASH PRICE properties –

Click the “BUY NOW” button to secure the property with a down payment. The system will prompt you through the checkout process on the website.
Smart Land Deals will contact you within 24 hours to discuss next steps of closing process.
Once full payment has been received we will send you a notarized deed along with easy instructions on how to record your deed with the county. Your deed will arrive to you within one week.
That’s it. It’s simple fast and secure.

To Purchase at INSTALLMENT PRICE click “BUY NOW” button

Click the “BUY NOW” button and go through the checkout process to secure the property with a deposit. (No Credit Checks Required)
Smart Land Deals will contact you within 24 hours to discuss next steps of closing process.
We will email you the land contract for you to review and sign.
We will then set you up in our payment system to make automated monthly payments via credit or check card.
When you have completed all monthly payments and property has been paid in full we will send you your deed along with easy instructions on how to record it with the county.

Why do you offer these properties at wholesale prices?

We acquire properties with specific criterias at great prices. Our customers are typically land investors looking to turn the property, develop, or hold the properties as an investment. We want repeat and return investors and in order to bring them back we must offer below market prices.

Who owns these properties?

Smart Land Deals owns these properties. You negotiate and purchase straight from us. This cuts out the middle-man and saves you money.

What type of payments do you accept?

Smart Land Deals require payment prior to transfer via either cashier’s check, credit card or through a wire transfer from Buyer’s bank.

Do you offer seller finance?

On some properties we do offer seller financing. Those properties will have that option listed with seller financing purchase options.

The best part of seller financing is that you the buyer will have

NO credit Checks
NO Income Qualifications
NO Employment Verifications

We believe that real estate ownership should be simple. We can help.

With our seller financing option the property must be paid in full prior to commencement of any improvements. Long term camping is not allowed in most counties. We don’t mind if you go visit it a couple weeks out of the year if you let us know ahead of time. However you are not allowed to live on the property during the contract. You must get prior written approval from us before making improvements such as building a shed. Absolutely no clearing of timber or dumping allowed.

Does the property include mineral rights?

Please assume unless specifically stated that all properties listed for sale on Smart Land Deals do not come with mineral rights.

How do I find the property when there is no address?

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Does the property have utilities?

Please check with the county regarding the permitted property use. You can usually do almost anything you would like.

Can I camp on the property?

Please check with the county regarding the permitted property use. Each county and subdivision has it’s own rules and and time limits. When available I have listed whether camping is permitted. However, most counties do not allow long term or permenant living on the property unless you are activily building.

Can you meet me at the property?

Since we are wholesalers and strive to keep our properties as low as possible we will not be able to meet you at the property. If you are willing to do some extra research and use the maps and resources we’ve provided with each listing you can save big! There is no appointment necessary and encourage you to visit the property if you are in the area.

How is the sale done if we don't meet in person?

The entire purchase process is done remotely using phone, mail, fax, and email. Again, using the efficiency of this process is what helps us keep or prices so low.

Do you offer title insurance?

Yes, if the buyer agrees to pay for it. Sometimes it makes financial sense for higher priced properties, but often times we are offering prices on the land that is so low, the title insurance costs more than the land.

Can we use escrow to close?

Absolutely! if the buyer pays for it. Our properties are rock bottom and the cost of escrow is the buyers responsibility.

Why is the seller finance price so much more than the cash discount price?

We prefer to sell for cash and that’s why we offer a big discount for those that are willing to pay in full.

The seller finance price includes all costs like interest and fees.

When I look up the property on the county GIS I see someone else's name, why?

Most county GIS sites take months to update when a property changes hands. We are fast-paced land investors, and turn the property quickly and in most cases we have just purchased the property. Since our properties are offered at a discount they sell quick.