BIG Mistakes When Buying Land For Any Type Home

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

Are You Planning To Buy Land This Year To Build A Home? Playlist For Land Information ( *Will Be Updated Monthly* ) kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZvTqKlvfqeBmNU

[@rhinoblessnyc8324]

😶😬🤝🏼🙏🏻Thank You ,Wow Im surprised ☺

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

@@rhinoblessnyc8324 thanks. 😀

[@jeffotoole4509]

Kristina this situation out there is getting completely out of hand. As we chatted before all the marginal supply ie foreclosures, forced sales and bankruptcies have been pulled from the system. I live here in Toronto and our housing bubble only compares to Hong Kong. Our market is the second most expensive market in the world. This would be cool if everyone was making a million dollars. The market here has become a blood sport between sellers, buyers and the agent cooking the cake. How long can this go on? Are we destined for a super crash? We have crappy townhouses in the crappy suburbs selling for a million dollars!!! The lenders are financing anything. I believe that the government has made a call to the lenders to keep money going at all costs. We have on paper 11% unemployment and another 10% of people on a government wage subsidy so basically 20% unemployment. It was always bad here but I am so afraid for what is going to happen in the spring. Crazy is now even crazier.

[@noziashahapor9299]

Me too. I'm really astonished about the fact of HOA. To be honest HOA are one of my biggest fear. All the facts were little but more or less known of but when I scroll through Zillow I forgot about them and get all excited about what's gonna happen if I buy this property. 😂😂😂 Thank you so much for this vedio learned and relearned a lot of things. God bless you. 😊😊😊

[@ConstructionKronies]

⭐🌞Keep Killin It Gal!🌻🌼

[@blujeans9462]

Excellent information - from a former realtor and land purchaser. All considering buying property or farmland should listen to every word of this video. One thing I would add: although sometimes difficult if the tract you are considering is large, try to walk the entire property - or use a low flying drone - looking for debris. In the 'old days' it was common to discard everything on your own property, including hazardous waste, oil, etc. Some folks even paid farmers to take their waste. Look for drums, and such. It could cost you, the new owner, a hefty sum to remove if discovered after your purchase. Also, drive around/drone to look at the adjoining properties - if there was once a small plant and they discarded their waste underground, it could be leaching into your ground water. Same thing in areas where fracking has been done.

[@lysan4878]

Also if you are buying land in the country, and you are not from the country, make sure you find out what animals are in that area and be prepared for the reality of country living. I’m a city girl (N.O.) and moved to the middle of nowhere (northern cenla) 25 yrs ago. and I had no clue that I would have to deal with coyotes and wild hogs and owls killing my cats. Thankfully my husband is from here and could take care of stuff and warn me. I thought how cute the wild hog family was in our yard until he told me how dangerous they were and then our 8yr old was but by a copperhead snake. Still love it over living in a city or suburb, but the reality of it was somewhat different than the expectations.

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

Good information. Thank you for sharing.

[@islandgirl5382]

Lysan; I really didn't think about that. Thank you for sharing... important to know!

[@catw6274]

Great info! We actually have coyotes and owls here in the city (San Diego). I can't let my cat out at night, even on the deck.

[@wlee2828]

"Not all dirts are created equal". Definitely. ;-)

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

True though. 😂

[@celyl]

Certain residential lots do not allow a RV or a shed until a build is erected. Figure that one out .

[@haynelnegueruela4769]

This video is the best one I’ve watched on vacant land info. I’ve purchased land a year ago to start beekeeping and I had to do detailed research on every option I found in the market at that time until I found “the one” for my specific interest. My advice to all of you thinking on purchase land is this: know exactly why you want land for, don’t just follow what’s trendy but have very clear the what for, why, and for how long questions answered before buying land, and call all the county/city/ state offices you need in order to meet your needs because the people involved in the transaction (owner/RE agent/investor) not always have all the info available, and let’s be real, they just want the $

[@latoyaevans688]

Kristina, seriously? Did you somehow just know to upload this for me? I contacted a realtor yesterday about finding land for a modular home. This is super timely! Thanks. I will watch it right now.

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

No way! Thats awesome! Glad it hit you at the perfect time!

[@elo.musica]

Same here. Given I don't wanna pay $30k more than what a house is worth because it has multiple offers, I am back at considering buying land and building with a single close construction loan. But do I need to do soil sample, perc test, GeoTech test and survey for every land I am considering buying? I don't have that amount of money. :'(

[@latoyaevans688]

@@elo.musica Yes, I believe you will have to have that done for the land you wish to buy. Kristina did a video about that last week. In my case, I am still looking because many of the townships don't want modular homes.

[@robertsimon6500]

If you live in a Coal Mining state like we do check for Subsidence, KY has documented pretty well where all the coal mines are so the land may be OK for farming but not building upon. There are several buildings that were started here and they had to walk away from, Walmart being one of them. When buying a home they have to disclose if the area is subject to Subsidence.

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

I will covering more of these types of situations in future videos, Every state has unique land issues people should know about.

[@LisaSimplified]

@@KristinaSmallhorn Don't remember seeing this topic come through my feed. Did you do it yet?

[@KerryTarnow]

Great info Kristina 🙌🏼🙌🏼. So much to think about when buying land 🤯

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

Glad it was helpful!

[@freddyhollingsworth5945]

Also water... lots of states don't allow you to drill a well or siphon water from a creek/river that run through your land..

[@laurice8056]

Priceless information Kristina! I just wanted to mention that buyers may also need to check out the water rights on the property. This may not be included with the land, and it could be more important & more valuable than oil. Adjacent lakes, streams, or even water beneath the land could be off limits to the land owner if they don’t have water rights. I hear that there’s some places in the USA where even rain barrels are not allowed😱! If you have more information about securing water rights when purchasing or leasing a property, could you please make another video on this important subject? This may be a nightmare for any buyer’s intentions; Residential, Agricultural, or Commercial. Thanks so much for sharing 🙏!!

[@annmarie1689]

I wish I had a agent like you, here in NY they seem to believe the least amount of info to the client the better. Just sign so I can have my check. Great info thank you.

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

Oh wow! So sorry to hear that. For your next home let me connect you with someone good. Okay, You deserve good service.

[@censoredeveryday3320]

Thank you so much for these videos. You probably saved me from wasting 500k on the wrong piece of land

[@alexkennedy5133]

As someone who is soon to be married, I hate how expensive first time homes now are in Arizona. $350k for a decent one. I’d love to buy a few acres of land outside the city, get a tiny home on it for around 100k, then slowly build our own bigger family house on the property and have some horses.

[@catw6274]

It's depressing. Every year it seems to double or triple. How can anyone afford homes? It's like a pyramid scheme.

[@freddyhollingsworth5945]

Great video... watching from Arkansas.. Also don't forget about a septic perc test. Up north like in the East cost, lots of land has been used for 200+ years and lots has "land fills" on it, as in trash... make sure to get a waste environmental assessment take sure you're not buying an old land fill..

[@BeautifuLakesStreamsBiologists]

For most rural properties, the buyer will want to consult with some combination of a forester, ag / soil specialist and in the case of waterfront, talk to a biologist and a hydrologist.

[@tomaitoe]

So much information packed in 10 minutes, thank you!

[@EcoNeato]

Also use Google Earth to see what the neighborhood is like: Are there junked vehicles / trash in neighbor yards or other concerns? Sometimes the maps are old, so check the copyright date. If old, it may be better or worse.

[@luctherriault8065]

Kristina, you are great teacher!!! I like to watch your videos not only to learn about real estate but also to see you teach. Your explanations are complete, logical and enthousiastic. Perfect edutainment!

[@jpal1080]

Alittle off this subject but we have heard a lot lately about someone being able to file a quitclaim deed without you knowing it. What or who do you suggest a homeowner do to protect title on our home? Also, we have heard some horror stories with homeowners ( who did a previous re-finance) find out at closing it was sold to a third party and this unknown third party walks with most of the equity at closing. How do we protect ourselves in these perilous times? Thanks so much for your educational videos!

[@dinahsoar6982]

I've known people that bought land that had no public water, they assumed they could dig a well, but they went way down, and no water. We own land, inherited, in the mountains, and it had no public sewer, and we couldn't find anyone who would put in a septic for us b/c it was on limestone, required blasting, not even the person who gave us a quote and told us he could put in a septic tank on that land. We didn't want a composting toilet or the other alternatives (outhouse).... If you don't know what you're doing only buy improved land, land that already has sewer and water...you'll pay more for it, but you won't lose your shirt.

[@patriciahazeltine9986]

A septic system is required pretty much everywhere.

[@michaelmahoney1205]

Disposal of sewer waste is mandatory on every property with a home or business. However septic tanks are often not allowed near reservoirs lakes rivers other bodies of water etc.

[@daleley7645]

Great video, this should be required watching for anyone looking to buy property. Lot of things you don't know about or think is a big deal can cause huge problems.

[@kellonwheelz_66]

Girl!! This video is right on time! I've been planning to purchase property but can't decide where (IN, TX, AZ, TN). However, I never even remotely considered the ideas of testing, agriculture, pre-existing township laws, mineral rights, etc... 🤯 Thank you so much for posting this! 💗

[@LisaSimplified]

Geeze, I missed this one: "pre-existing township laws" Thanks for mentioning it.

[@ashlieneevel9671]

No state income tax in Tennessee

[@markcassidy7442]

I recommend CO, Alaska, Idaho

[@erikcable1755]

livermoore,ca...lot 375,000...permits,water sewer,volts 225,000

[@inbetweenutube]

Love your videos! I watch them with my wife. Small request please 🙏 allow more time to read the descriptions, we find ourselves trying to speed read, then we miss it, rewind 10 secs and try to pause at the perfect moment. It becomes a frustrating endeavor to otherwise great content. Thank you.

[@gwynaethbranwynn]

Ditto!😊

[@omartphones]

I recall once in a video you mentioned a realtor friend that sold a book on Amazon a yo x or top ten items to know before buying land. Thank you

[@fendert1384]

I have been looking in PA for a house and 10 +/- acres for 1.5 yrs. Many of the places I liked but passed on did not include OGM rights. Some sellers would convey for more $ but it wasn't worth the price . Surface rights are something else buyers need to verify. I have learned a lot from your channel in the past two years. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@darrinharvey2794]

Great work Kristina!

[@davidhutchinson5233]

Check zoning, covenants, HOA and all of the necessary rules and regs. Thank you Kristina. Well done as always. And a question. Do you have a guide for people looking to buy land that they will place a manufacture house on? That would be great info.

[@J23-x7x]

So what your saying is If I find oil on my land I better keep in on the hush until I own the mineral rights?! Lol

[@JupiterCamelz]

I am so glad I found your channel!, in a few years I’m selling my home staying in the area buying land and building a modular with a full finished basement!

[@Ms.Aries888]

Going through the initial process now. This was so on time. Thank you❤❤❤

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

Perfect, You got this information now and now you're lock and loading with knowledgeable!

[@IDontWantThisStupidHandle]

Thank you for the video. It's (frankly) disgusting how much micromanagement goes on when it comes to private property -- if someone wants to live off grid and they buy the land and build/buy their own off-grid structure, freakin' let them!!

[@martaagustin9398]

Right only in USA lol

[@FrankBrocato]

Great information, so much to consider and so well explained, I have experienced a few real estate pitfalls in past home purchases ,buyer beware does not mean be mad it means be educated. Thanks for the information.

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ScullyPop]

Oh my! You're blowing up. Yes! You're the next Roger. I thought it would be urban explorer. You're doing it. You got it, Kristina. I'm so happy for you. So much hard work, so much hardship and sadness this past year. I'm just so happy for you 😊😇

[@eileenmcloughlin4778]

No setbacks here in Michigan on my property. I called and asked what set back do I need for my shed. The inspector said you are in an unzoned township so you could put it right on the property line if you want.

[@kearney619]

I learned so much from your videos. So many great pointers that I never even knew or thought about. Thank you for the great educational videos. Much appreciated. Keep up the great work!

[@deweystruckingusa5873]

I enjoyed your educational video. Your information can be very important. 8 I am wondering if you have a checklist? As we find land we go to that checklist. What would the first thing we do as we find land that does not cost an arm and a leg. Step one step two step three step four we walk the property type thing.

[@zeepeewee8735]

Thank you, I am looking for a piece of dirt and I was about to make all mistakes you talk about in the video! A cheapskate, I would probably wind up with unbuildable useless dirt without this advice!

[@niladrishekhar333]

Now I know purchasing one of those ranches can not only be a life long dream but a worse nightmare. There are plots which include national forest and grazing lands - what about them ? Also Kristina can you please share some lights on beaches - there are tonzz with private beaches are they safe to buy or is there a twister waiting there for after the sale ?

[@theacguy9546]

Information I need and your voice is inviting. Thanks.

[@derekbainbridge5213]

You're amazing! Thank you! Now, to start watching all of your videos in a marathon to catch up, lol

[@patriciaortiz4421]

You're so awesome! Thank you so much for sharing all this. This is exactly what I've been looking into. 🙌😊

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful.

[@abbytion]

Nice Mug! It was a pleasure to hear you on Javier's stream. This video answers a lot of questions I had!

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

Thank you for watching.

[@warholcow]

So helpful! Thanks for a great video.

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

Glad it was helpful!

[@loism1965]

Thanks your sooooo much your so knowledgeable! Much appreciated! Really!

[@charlenemorgan8299]

Thank for the info that is my plan ❤️

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

Where ya gonna buy your dirt?

[@Hemidakota]

Thank you...we are also looking to purchase land for farming/ranching for retirement.

[@darrinharvey2794]

I do architectural work and project management, tips: check for pre-existing prevailing Deed Restriction s, check Platting requirements if wish to subdivide, access easements, and check for detention/deainage requirements and utility availability.

[@360milliondollars]

I did everything said because I went through a Realtor and did not care about the mineral rights although that would be nice to have... I am looking forwards to off grid land living LOL

[@djack915]

Thanks so much for this informative vid !! How bout one on timber land ? LOL Old Jed's a millionaire ! Bet a lot of folks in North Dakota and West Texas wish they kept THEIR mineral rights !!

[@wlldwilliams454]

Love your Channel always dropping gems Thank You.

[@CorsinoBiz]

Great info Kristina! I'm an agent here in Long Beach and we don't have much vacant land left, but I know folks are starting to migrate from here and this was a really informative video. Props!

[@shinpeiro]

This was awesome information! Thank you Kristina!

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

Glad it was helpful!

[@goodliving7671]

Wow...I had no idea that I was so clueless about buying land 😳 Awesome video...now I gotta go spend a couple days learning about land

[@janinebryant8230]

It may sound a little crazy, however you also need to check water rights. Especially if you intend to put a well in for water, or if you have a spring, artisan well, stream, river, pond or lake on or going through a property. I think I covered everything.

[@jessywanders8829]

I have been questioning a piece of land for the past few months. It is considered agricultural land, but the listing agent said the water that is there for a personal well is contaminated. She said all the wells in that area have bad water. I'm a little turned off by this, because I would prefer my own personal well.

[@lindaschwartz5836]

If the water is contaminated, then the soil might be too...

[@loue6563]

When I was a kid we rented a home that had a mile long driveway. That also had another home on it that we had to go through to get to our home. It was fine until those owners sold the home. Even though there was an easement to our home and they new this before they bought it. Afterwards they decided they didn’t like this. They then put up two gates on the driveway and opened it to there cows. This was of course past there home so only we had to stop and open them to get home. As a little kid this was so scary to have to go through these cows As we were dropped off from the school bus to walk home. There was a bull that would chase us and nearly caught us once. I hurt my leg pretty bad trying to get away. My parents complained to our land lord. He at first didn’t want to mess with it after all it didn’t after him daily. After I was hurt and my dad threatened to sue all of them. They finally removed the gates and fenced back up the cows. It was such a crazy situation. We were one family and never bothered them. They just wanted to be a holes. We were really little kids that bull could have easily killed us. Why they wanted to be like that I have no idea. But just goes to show what can happen.

[@catw6274]

I was stampeded by cows at 5. Barely made it under the fence before they trampled me. Very frightening.

[@kimm8821]

Great , Great informations!! Thank you so much for sharing 🌸

[@teri960]

What about restrictions on putting multiple homes on a piece of property? Say you buy 100 acres and you want to rent out some of it for family or friends to put tiny homes on. Is there something specific to look out for that would restrict this?

[@jenyfursmith8413]

Can you build on (part of) recreational land?

[@colt10mmsecurity68]

We found 12 acres in a “free state.” It’s close to shopping, close to trauma centers, on a lake, with our own pond, we own the mineral rights, with a forest on part of the land and Forrest state land to the rear, so no development around us. The other 2/3rds of the land is open pasture and no brush removal nor tree removal necessary. It’s pristine. The seller had electrical and water installed on the property. It’s really “turn key” land in a no-flood zone. There’s no HOA but there were some deed restrictions that we absolutely love them all! It keeps the riff-raff and trash out! The price was a little higher than what we preferred, but with the lake and pristine quality of,the land, we couldn’t pass it up! You get what you pay for.

[@pamelalloyd8661]

Thank you for all your excellent information

[@ChrisJones-pq2qw]

Big Thank You!!!!!

[@Dzakku]

If part of the land is designated as a wetland or flood plain, can you still plant on it?

[@My-Channel_forever]

Do you have any insights on 3D printed homes?

[@budramkissoon7938]

Thanks Kristina love all your golden nuggets ❤️

[@theodorehyatt1782]

Thanks for the information if I find myself in LA you are my go to for land

[@emaye9786]

Thank you this is so helpful! I am looking to buy land near DMV area.

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

Glad it was helpful! I know a very good realtor out there if you are looking for one. :)

[@chanjunesen]

@@KristinaSmallhorn would you mind letting me know too ! I’m looking to buy land around the dmv area as well!

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

@@chanjunesen her name is Rebecca Valera she has a YT channel as well. kzbin.info

[@melinmm3280]

I saw land for sale but they were only selling 70% of the ownership. Is that even legal?

[@chefbrooklyn5140]

Kristina I would like to send a huge thank you for continuing to put out good and informative imformation. Thanks again

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for always watching and commenting. I appreciate you!!

[@rebruc3806]

Wow! This was very interesting! I had no idea all the stuff you need to watch out for. I thought, ok I want this land, here’s my money and The End of it. I sure was wrong. Great video! Thx&see ya😁

[@Monami7th]

Thank you sooo much for this and ALL the infornation you give. I've been taking notes. 😄😉🎉

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

You are so welcome!

[@Bucketheadland1]

Great video 👊💪

[@MyGio60]

Thank You Kristina.. Great useful information. 🤗

[@JD-tn5tb]

This was so informative. Thank you!

[@dawan301]

Thanks for the information. 👍👍 I am planning on buying land next year.

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

Great 👍I will be doing more videos about land so you'll be an expert in about 6 months. :)

[@ArtsyLadyCrafter]

If you're afraid a parcel will get away from you, it might not be possible to check it out in a variety of weather. I've seen where $500 will hold a property and can be refunded in 48 hrs. How do you extend out the time to get all of these surveys and tests? And after these tests what happens if you decide it won't work for you? I think all of this is important but I don't know how it would work if someone else was not willing to do any of this and was ready to buy it cash. It's looking more and more like a land-smart real estate agent may be needed. I wouldn't want to pay money for these tests, surveys and other only to have the parcel get away from me.

[@SidniOrchids]

Oh my goodness, you are very informative. I had to subscribe!!! 🙂❤️🇺🇲🇹🇹

[@MRRIntel]

If you can leave the written comments a bit longer on the screen to be able to read them. Thx

[@tomjones2121]

simply hit ( pause )

[@MRRIntel]

@@tomjones2121 😄

[@rodhelms-yt2pk]

I wear bib all the time but now I need a home and a repo could be the best buy,bor a small chunk of land put a big home Depot shead

[@barbarabeckley8732]

Thanks Great information 👍

[@LifeFromScratch5454]

Thank u so much.i came across this in the right time

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

So glad it was perfect timing!!

[@ladawnjones1605]

This video really helped a lot. Thank you!!

[@kathyl6677]

How about a Celtic round house, sunken a few feet. How about a tree house? I wish I had a car.

[@YeshuaReigns4eva]

All wise information! Thank you Kristina

[@gsmith5140]

Thank you!!!!

[@keshiaowens9048]

U rock! Thank for the information :-)

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

I’m glad it was helpful to you.

[@cetriyasArtnComicsChannel]

I plan to buy in the next 5 to 10 years but startingvreaserch early. Would like more on what to watch out for independent builders

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

Thank you. I’ll have to think on how to put a video like that together.

[@learningtogrowinChrist]

Very helpful thanks for taking the time to lay that out for us. I also appreciate the summary at the end that way I could write down the points that I need to pay attention to!

[@portiagts9416]

Excellent content Kristina! We are wanting to buy land in the future and are researching affordable housing options for our daughter. We have subscribed to your channel. Thank you.

[@rahulgannerlla]

Great work kristina

[@justinvaughn1078]

Glad you are doing well!

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

I am! How are you my friend?

[@justinvaughn1078]

@@KristinaSmallhorn I am a stable! Facebook took my account and I can't login anymore.🤣

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

@@justinvaughn1078 Facebook is garbage anyways. 🤮. At least I get o hear from you here.

[@spanish_fly10]

Wow this is priceless advice!!!

[@amylyons5908]

This was a very helpful list. Thank you!

[@choncoconcos5912]

What about the power lines, aren't they supposed to be bad too?

[@patchesneshell1388]

I love your channel! ❤

[@KristinaSmallhorn]

Thank you.

[@andrewbirkett715]

This is super helpful. Thanks for the thorough video :)

[@LisaSimplified]

I keep coming back to these vids. So much to learn and wish I could Like 100 more times. Still looking for the right property but am too far away from where I want to buy. How do people do this long distance?