Ep 22:Homestead Startup - How you can get more land for less money

In this episode, we talk about how we were able to get a great price on land that wasn't even on the market at the time. We explain in three steps how we looked for land, found land that met our criteria, and negotiated pricing while considering start up cost and natural resource revenue opportunities.
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[@MexicoAdventurer]

My dad bought a 72 acre farm in 1965 and moved all of us to it. It had a trout stream and a 200 year old worker's quarters that was seasonally used during planting, weeding and harvest season by traveling bands of farm workers. Dad took it down. It was 3 times the size of our 13 room farmhouse. He sold the wood and paid off 1/4 of the mortgage. Dad timbered out a few pieces toward the back and put us at only owing half. We started a fruit and vegetable stand. My oldest brother raised cows for meat and milk. We had a block henhouse for eggs. My dad built a locust wood pole chicken coop for meat birds. I kept a small freezer full of trout. Another brother shot deer in season. I shot squirrels and rabbits. You can get somewhere if you "extract the gold." A gas pipeline company had to pay dad to allow 3/4 miles of 4 gas pipes to run underground from corner to corner on our property, underneath our potato and hay fields. Dad was an engineer and an inventor so things were very interesting on the farm. I'll never change those experiences for anything.

[@bootmender]

Back in 1988 I took out a loan for 1 million on a large piece of property of 4100 acres with the intention of subdividing it, but before the ink was dry a natural gas company came knocking wanting to buy the mineral rights. Instead of selling I allowed them to drill with the agreement I wanted royalties. So now I am drawing about $25,000 a mouth off of 8 wells. I never broke it up and it is paid for now, and I still own the mineral rights. I also have about 300 acres of good hay field that I make about $30,000 a year off. We built a big house have few cattle and a large garden that our Church Family share in. One my own I built a lake of about 60 acres. I also have a grass airstrip. Behind the lake I put a hydroelectric plant so now I have power for the whole farm. 3 houses 2 barns & a big shop / airplane hanger. + free natural gas. And people say I am crazy at 68 years of age.

[@RedToolHouse]

Sounds like a great setup. You can do a great deal of work when you have the resources to get started.

[@nancysmith2389]

Yea, how did you get a loan for a million dollars? Sounds like you are a drug dealer. Lol

[@bootmender]

Nancy Smith just like Buying a house; the land was my collateral. NO drugs, NO alcohol; this body is a Temple. I do pray a lot! I made a promise to God if he would bless me I would tithe 25% !

[@Jesusfreak39]

Make a Vow to god and anything is possible congrats on wealth Keep god number one

[@worldserpent731]

God isn't going to give you a loan for a million. This guy had to have put up something of great wealth or has great wealth before a bank would ever consider a loan of that size. This load of shit has made me feel dumb for ever reading the comments congrats.

[@jameswest4819]

They make lots of new land in Hawaii, you just have to wait for it to cool off before you can set foot on it.

[@AG-of3ix]

😆😆😆

[@debrapetrik5603]

😂

[@stephanieurbina4441]

😂😂😂

[@chrischoir3594]

You can get 2 acres for $10k in a town called "Oceanview, Hawaii"

[@jameswest4819]

@@chrischoir3594 You can probably get a 2 acre parcel for $2,000 in Ocean View Estates Subdivision but it will be what I used to call a "low maintenance lot." Meaning that it is mostly volcanic rubble or maybe pahoehoe with no power or water at around 5,000 feet in elevation and in lava hazard zone 1 or 2.

[@xRoSkii]

Well, I want to share my success story and thank you. I have been looking for a place to buy for roughly 2 years. I just couldn't believe how high the prices were. Long story short, I found this video in October of 2020 and started looking for land via online plat books. I spent so many hours looking and looking. I made sure the owner address was always different than the property address, no marshland, swamps, etc. Sent 21 letters, called once, got 4 responses. I never even went to most of these places, since they were 3 to 6 hours away, just looked on google maps as good as I could and the plat book aerial photography. I just bought a piece of land last weekend that had a well, septic, nice garage and a run down trailer house 20K below market value and about 40K cheaper than similar properties in the area for sale. I am so happy you made this video, I would of never thought to look for land this way! THANK YOU!

[@RedToolHouse]

This makes me so happy! So glad you were able to find land at a great price.

[@jerrywhidby5259]

I wish more land owners took the time to show others the process. Subscribed.

[@cynthiamoon372]

Also be sure that the mineral rights are included in the contract, and that no oil/gas/coal/timber producer has a mineral lease on it.

[@TERRORoftheLORD]

Especially in coal and gas county like West Virginia. Very little land left with mineral rights intact or included.

[@BrianKrahmer]

that would be nice to have, but in a lot of places, you aren't going to get that. I've owned several properties in CO, and I don't think I had mineral rights on any of them except maybe one.

[@jameskerry3826]

@@BrianKrahmer So then with most Sellers in CO (or western states), selling private rural land, is it fair to say, that THE SELLER usually (owns the mineral rights)...or likely instead, that Seller (when they bought it) also did not/could not acquire the mineral rights...therefore the Seller doesn't have the ability to transfer the mineral rights to you, even if Seller agreed to or wanted to?

[@BrianKrahmer]

@@jameskerry3826 the latter.

[@jameskerry3826]

@@BrianKrahmer That's what I was thinking. Thank you.

[@Patricia-sr1ch]

Don't know why I am following you because I am 74 & just wish I could put a basic tiny house on 1 acre or less. Most places won't allow them. It is so interesting that I guess I am living vicariously through you. Great info!

[@DieselRamcharger]

lot of farmers will rent or sell an acre for a little home. ask around.

[@freedom_aint_free]

The way I understand it is, if you lay concrete slabs on the property most jurisdictions will charge you property taxes BUT if you build sort of a cabin on concrete piers (you know you dump concrete on those carboard tubes that work as molds) and build the cabin "floating" on those concrete posts, them they can't charge you; for instance I know that in Minnesota it works that way but is not the only one.

[@jessicajohnston5693]

@@DieselRamcharger Thanks, I will try this! :)

[@janicebond8473]

Me too 76 and find it all interesting

[@russlejones5337]

3 years later, here I am. Looking for land. Thank you for the knowledge sir. ❤️

[@NewEnglandMTNcat]

I'm obviously late in posting, but I bought my land (52 acres in September 1998). New England, with a 2 hour commute from my home or work, and friends in the area. You have many good points in this video! The wooded area had already been timbered recently (selectively), and I've maintained the logging trail. I did use a realtor but she never walked any property with me... she sent me listings and I drove there and investigated on my own. It turns out that I bought the second property she sent me to, although I kept looking because I wanted a smaller lot. I kept coming back... there is a field on it that is about 8 acres, so I wouldn't need to do clear cut. The previous owners had it tractor mowed once a year. It was actually a border around an old apple orchard, and a house had burned down there in the 1930's (only a pile of stones remained) It took me longer to get around to build than I had wanted (in the few years before I did, I was contacted by several potential buyers who DID see this undeveloped property listed on line, however they looked... and they were willing to pay, but I wanted my dream here). I'm here, and now raising chickens. Look for access, a southern exposure (if you are north), water in the region, accessibility during Mud Season, and zoning regs. And keep in mind what you want to do: for me, chickens for eggs and meat, future sheep and/or goats, maple syrup, and so forth. How will you winter, how will you live, built a house (or convert a structure you don't have to tear down).

[@RedToolHouse]

Good advice. Your diligence and patience paid off!

[@victoriarose3478]

We moved from South Florida to North Carolina, we love it up here !!! We have 5 acres, chickens, and a garden : )

[@gsp49]

@@Bada_Boom78 Not as many troublesome yankees.

[@user-dl6zx6xt1w]

those little "farmettes" can save you a bundle if you use the land for some "money crop"....qualify you as farmers...check out your county land use laws as for farmettes..

[@goldenwarrior2228]

I like a property like this. I wan’t privacy, no HOA, no neighbors.

[@barrybleich3455]

It would be perfect living out somewhere like that no neighbors or people from that bough snooping around on your I live in a town that people from The bough Snoop around all the time and nitpick I want my nearest neighbor to be a mile or two away.

[@SoapinTrucker]

😎👍💯🏆

[@moodylopez5068]

Privacy is so underrated, since to many people are basically lazy to take care of a farm home, raise there own vegetable, fruit etc.,

[@johnsavchak8202]

Absolutely!

[@thomthompson9217]

You have no idea how much I appreciate sharing your personal experience

[@RedToolHouse]

You are so welcome! I am glad it was of some use.

[@FearoftheLord]

Thanks for the info! Really appreciate you going out of your way to help others do what you did!

[@lekkki1]

Huge shout out to you two. A measured, sane, intelligent approach to "homesteading", as it were. Appreciate how much emphasis you place on being resourceful and flexible when approaching the endeavor.

[@Tripsolo65]

Very informative, good information. Thank you so much for taking your time to try to help someone other than yourself, while simultaneously educating people in a non-invasive manner about land conservation and renewable resources.

[@ThatLadyDray]

Very informative. TY for sharing. I'm originally from WV so the land will always be close to my heart. It's nice to see people are mindful of the blessings of the land but also putting it to good use.

[@RedToolHouse]

We love our state. The land is so beautiful. You should come home :)

[@ericsgranny8933]

Great advice! Thanks for helping the uninitiated.

[@johnsiegfried]

thanks for taking the time to offer some help!

[@Drebole]

My wife and I have been talking about doing this for years. This video has inspired us to get organized, start serious saving, and begin property hunting here in Missouri. Thank you for making this video.

[@RedToolHouse]

Check out episode 49 (I think) where I detail how to use tax maps to find potential vacant land.

[@FullyYoked]

I heard the ozarks are a great place to buy land

[@garywalker165]

Man, I live in WV and just happened to find this video. Thank you so much for this !

[@koffeebrwn]

Ok I'm half way through this video and I have to say I love it. I love the valuable info you're providing.

[@RedToolHouse]

Thanks for watching!

[@youtuber19435]

That first tip was such a smart tip. Drive through the rural areas you’re interested in, avoid the realtors, abandoned land is a good possibility 👌🏾

[@lukeryuzaki2328]

How can you tell an abandoned land? City boy here, so not know how to navigate without a realtor.

[@lukeryuzaki2328]

I meant how you can come onto land with certainty that you're not trespassing and having dogs chasing you/ someone pointing a rifle at you

[@youtuber19435]

@@lukeryuzaki2328 County records are free and public. meaning you can look on an abandoned lot (an old building that's clearly vacant and then search public records for who the owner is and mail them an offer, of course, if you see cars or people its not abandoned or vacant)

[@B01]

@@lukeryuzaki2328 with caution and maybe a highly visible vest so you don't seem to be sneaking. Bright day, bright shirt, most people aren't going to assume you're there for no good. At night, dark clothes? Yeah nice try down south 🤣🤣

[@treesnhoney]

I've watched dozens of videos on this topic, and this one is by far the best I've seen yet. Thank you for the information. So many excellent points. I've spent too much time focused on a more traditional route of buying home/finding land which has been VERY discouraging. Definitely avoiding a realtor. My husband and I don't have a huge income so we're going to have to think out of the box to be able to afford it. Your tips were very helpful! After listening to all of this, I feel like it's possible. Hard work. But definitely possible. Thank y'all!

[@RedToolHouse]

I am going to do a video soon with my good friend who is a timber broker and forester. He should be able to give some great advice on timber sales.

[@SunfireWoods]

Yes, please! One of the questions I'd like to know is where to start? Where does a land owner find timber brokers? How should they be vetted for fairness and honesty?

[@RedToolHouse]

All good questions. I will make sure we address those and others.

[@PeterSedesse]

Great video. I was going to recommend that you mention the timber brokers name since you seem to have had a really good experience. Depending on his range, sounds like he deserves some more business.

[@RedToolHouse]

Peter Sedesse sure thing. His website is wvlandgroup.com. I will get him on video as soon as he slows down. He has been very busy this year. Thanks for watching!

[@cindymarshall4449]

Red Tool House - Homestead ...Thank-you for your advice. My elderly mother lives on land with timber and struggles to make ends meet. I don't know why we never thought about it before but your timber broker idea set off the light bulb.! God bless!

[@MrDuffy81]

Wow your woods are so beautiful there in West Virginia. You’re right that hardwood is a valuable resource.

[@marchatesyou1]

without a doubt the most important video i've watched on youtube,thank you so much for the great inside info!

[@RedToolHouse]

Wow! That is a great comment. Thanks!

[@RaeFaeM]

A lot of the tips you mentioned I have been doing while window shopping for land. Thank you for yalls video! Hearing these tips reassures that what I have been and am doing is on the right path.

[@seasonandsprout2213]

the sound of peepers in the background! one of my favorite sounds of appalachia. i’m in north central wv looking for my first homestead. this information is priceless! thank y’all so much.

[@RedToolHouse]

Lot of good land up there. You should be able to find a great homestead piece!

[@wallstreethomestead5979]

Excellent video on acquiring g land for homesteading. We recently started our homestead in our backyard, and a quarter of a block of van at lots. Thank you for sharing and keep up the great work.

[@aaronw9036]

Thank you guys! Awesome story I was sure it is possible to buy cheap and not pay the absolutely ridiculous property prices of today and this made it clear that it is.

[@benificentmillipedius634]

We are in liveable and farmable lots at right around 2000 each.

[@Hexdek16]

Thank you for the information you shared in this video. It was helpful and encouraging.

[@leojoseph6385]

Thank you for this really, really helpful video!! Your practical approach and insights just cannot be ignored. I'm so glad I found it. Thanks again for the advice!

[@mzh22003]

I loved the idea of selling the timber to pay a good portion of the price of the property.... Awesome...

[@MuhammadYousaf-yf2pg]

Zakaria that was because the old sick man hand none to look after his property, otherwise would not have sold his property for that less a price. he would himself knew the price of his timber in addition to his property.

[@billyforzetting2120]

Yes

[@Steve-ps6qw]

Freaking incredible story and awesome advise!!

[@Devoneakapimp]

Thank you. I really appreciate your time and help.

[@dayzreloadedpve]

As a young lad in Alabama this is my dream, but I am single and I work 24/7 and with all the bills I have and where I rent I just cannot get ahead. Whether it’s my vehicle messing up or something else. I just don’t see how people are able to save so much money. I guess most of these people had parents that were able to afford college. Not me unfortunately, life is tough. I guess just keep on keeping on. Congrats on the people who are able to achieve their dreams and experience success.

[@babysisdolls3336]

having already a well and an electric line is big deal when buying land..and main road acess lol.congrats to yall...

[@ModernMountainLiving]

I have left notes on doors of owners that weren't even selling their land till they saw the note. Works for us several times now. Just drive and look.

[@happytrails3]

Gobuilditbetter What price and acre range?

[@ModernMountainLiving]

@@happytrails3 Two that we tracked down the owners, each are 3 acres lots with roads cut into the mountains, underground electric, septics, one has a well and the other community water meter to the property. Both have Colorado mountain views. One we will build on spec and sell, the other we plan on building our retirement house. Each were bought for $20,000. One is worth $60,000 and the other $80,000 4 years later.

[@redone823]

would you be willing to share how you worded your note? thanks.

[@ModernMountainLiving]

@@redone823 Twice in the past five years The note was just a sticky not so I was straight to the point. Something like " I am interested in purchasing a property that I believe you currently own. If you are interested I have a cash offer we can discuss. Respectfully, Tim..." Privacy is highly valued and many can be offended even when the information is public record. County records now have a GIS map that you can use to find the Owners name and address. MLS# 903821 is one such property I offered $20,000 and now recently listed. I featured it in this video as I prepared it for sale. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3_QqIWZht95ldE

[@kennethhopson7087]

I appreciate your mindset about how to get your timber cut and make money at the same time. Too many people want to take everything from the property and make it bare. Again, thank you very much for being a good steward of what you have been able to get control of.

[@Naturelover00023]

Thank you both so much for sharing your experience

[@janonthemtn]

One thing I learned the hard way is be careful who you get to check out your land. I had a man from the soil and water come to check a pond and the next day I was outbid the original selling price. I t happened on my next property when I had a local guy come check the septic and had to pay an additional 8 thousand for the property. He had offered more money and I had to pay it if I wanted it. Just be aware.

[@MexicoAdventurer]

Thieving bastards everywhere.

[@apogeus2]

very well explained! thank you!

[@rclamb04]

Hey Troy and Kelly, always good to see you and what you are going to talk about today. As always good info, thanks yall!

[@tonyv1505]

Great advises learned a little more love what you got out of the timber & using the scraper people to haul some of your garbage that's also good idea

[@NRALifer1]

I shouldn't tell my method of finding property, but I will. The first place I bought, I put up a letter size page telling what I was looking for, who I was and where I was from, plus what I wanted to do with it. I go to Seed & Feed and Hardware stores and ask if I can put up my add, they always want to know what it is? So I hand them one, they may know a place or someone? I put on there no real estate Co's or agents and pretty doesn't add $ to the price, but it doesn't hurt either. Dirt sells for X, timber value on top and we can talk about what else it might have. Small towns all have hardware, seed & feeds, that's where the older fellows that grew up, live and love their property hang out, or at least go on Sat AM. I ask when o get a call if anyone else is looking, if so when, I make my appt. before the others. I bought the 175 acre place with a home, barn, 2 good creeks & a 5 acre lake and it's all fenced. 1/2 wooded & the other 1/2 is improved pasture which at one time was planted crops, paid $150K. While I was talking it over with my wife, the next appt was riding around, when he came back, he went for his check book, I had already beat him to it, timing is everything! We've put 300+ fruit & nut trees in some of the open areas and planted pines in other. Left some open as well. We bought 330 acres the same way. We used some of the timber on the bigger track to pay it off, built an 11 acre lake and a large mtl bldg, ran power and had a well drilled. But now we're wanting to consolidate, sell the 2 tracks(505 acres)and our home(3 separate places is tough)take the $ and put it into 1 place. Then I start thinking about ALL the stuff that will need to be moved? 1 thing to think about too, up keep! Road system alone can be a lot of work, keeping grass cut in the roads, limbs trimmed back, it goes on & on. It takes me 8 hrs to mow the roads on the 175 acre track and that's with a 8' bushhog on a 80 HP tractor. It still takes work even with $100K worth of equip. With out a lot of work, nature will reclaim your land in a hurry. You've got to love it or you'll hate it.

[@flatpicker15]

@asking Americans I do fuck face

[@thisismagacountry1318]

@asking Americans Enjoy paying your "Rent" slave.

[@deneisestedford787]

Thanks so much for the valuable information. This can save true land seekers a lot of money👍

[@strahinjacelarevic118]

Hells yea!! Loved reading that. Good for you guys!!

[@Adam-qr4jj]

Good idea

[@ClanGunnBushcraft]

Great advice, Thank you. Brilliant channel you've got hear. Cheers, Andy

[@n2daair23]

Clan Gunn Bushcraft ?

[@samsonclark7251]

+N2 DaAIR ?

[@ClanGunnBushcraft]

N2 DaAIR ? What's all the question marks about??????????????????? 😂

[@dollmm23]

Very informative. I was losing hope but your experience has encouraged me to try again. Thank you so much!

[@silverhiker4549]

My husband and I thank you so much for this. We are fixing to move, hopefully to wv from MD to homestead in the spring and you guys have mentioned a couple of things that we didn't know enough about. You guys rule. Definitely subscribing. Please, keep these videos coming. Brilliant!

[@RedToolHouse]

Woo Hoo at future WVian! Welcome. Good luck with your land search in our beautiful state. Thanks for watching!

[@TheEarthEmbodied]

This is an invaluable resource. Thank you so much ~ 24 year old mom-to-be

[@peanutbutter3578]

This is so awesome. I'm 23 and I hate paying rent. I just wanna find a decent plot of raw land and start building a house here in nc

[@nicholasdugdale]

i'm 30 still paying rent. going on 12 years worth.

[@mali2640]

Some very good advice, I learned a lot. Thank you!

[@kateonan6172]

Thank you for the great advice. Blessings

[@Pprez.69]

Hi Red Tool House, thanks for sharing your video and information. I'm in a long way to buy my property, but that is good and valuable info.

[@WilliamsonRidge]

Wow nice! You all did a great job, plus it’s so much more satisfying when you buy a turd and polish it to a diamond

[@jimmie200]

Wow! Great information! Thank you!

[@Leo-pg6lt]

Man you guys are killing it. I follow a lot of homestead channals and the information here and how its presented is amazing. Gotta watch the rest of your vids

[@RedToolHouse]

Great! Thanks for watching!

[@huyanhurst8610]

Life is and will always be what you make of it

[@Green.Country.Agroforestry]

Very good tip, Timbering .. We're about 3 years away from being able to afford -something-, doing herb and spice farming on a small lot to get there, with the intent of running an orchard eventually. One of the technical issues was all of the clearing that would need to be done in order to put in the trees that we want, and that sounds like a good way to get it done, and get some capital for infrastructure at the same time!

[@newcreationchurchofrangely4664]

Just a thot about starting an orchard- I do not think the timber harvesters take out stumps, if they do, be willing to pay for it.

[@cajun812]

Some good, solid advice. I'm in the process of looking using similar methods now for my own small-acreage, retirement homestead.

[@stevetreadwell2382]

Thanks for the info and congratulations on your beautiful land

[@tennesseetexan1957]

There is land like this all over Tennessee. Unfortunately most of it is very remote or straight up the side of a mountain. It sure is beautiful though. Good for you and may God continue to bless you!

[@Liberty-Freedom-Outdoors]

Tennessee Texan where is this land I’m new to tn but looking to buy I am in the Hillsboro that’s area any tips would be great !

[@tennesseetexan1957]

Truthasivebeen Shown Check on the internet under Landwatch or look for land brokers in Tennessee.

[@panchovilla3493]

Wre u in t mobil?!

[@corynadeau9157]

This really helped, thank you

[@BrianMason3636]

This is awesome! Glad to have you guys, belated welcome to our state! I was born and raised here in Logan Co. I'm in search just as you guys were and stumbled across this video. Thanks for sharing the info!

[@RedToolHouse]

Brianmason4040 Logan isn’t very far away. Good luck with your search and thanks for watchjng

[@gsmith5140]

Thanks for this information. I really appreciate it.

[@HeartinessApproach]

We actually are looking for land now so appreciate this video

[@RedToolHouse]

Heartiness Approach excellent. Good luck in your property search!

[@Jefferdaughter]

When selling timber, check into all the ramifications. In parts of New England, the timber tax is so high, that it eats a huge percentage of the sale of the timber. Added to your personal income tax liability... it could bring very little in the end. In those areas, finding someone with a portable saw mill who can come to your property and produce rough sawn lumber from your logs is well worth looking into. Remember, the shavings, sawdust, and chipped slash are all valuable resources on a farm or homestead, as well.

[@RedToolHouse]

Good advice! When we sold our timber in 2000 we did get bumped into a higher tax bracket but there were other write-offs we had that helped. We do also have a portable mill we use for our barn and other projects. We have several videos documenting the use of it. thanks for watching!

[@Wmdnila64]

Enjoy the video. Well informed. I liked the causal way you presented the information.

[@reneremington5806]

Very helpful and straightforward. I love that. Thank you

[@TheStoneForums]

Living the dream!

[@JamesCouch777]

We bought our current 40 acre farm just for the price of the house. Then we did a ton of work on cleaning up and fencing. If you aren't afraid of work you can get a bargain and then sell it for triple what you paid. We've done it and if I was younger I'd do it full time. I sold over $6000 worth of scrap from our previous place.

[@RedToolHouse]

Yes! The scrap metal off my farm was over $1000.

[@kathleenwalters1299]

Such good advise! Thank you!

[@MsAnne-cp2tz]

So glad I found your channel and videos. I've learned a lot of valuable information. I'm just starting my land search in Florida. I'm a wannabe homesteaders, that's my hearts desire. Thank you for the informative video. 😉

[@RedToolHouse]

Awesome! Glad you found us and good luck with your property search!

[@rooster9179]

i was up into Mi from ohio drove by a place looked at it and told the lord tht it would be nice to live here. not a year later we owned that land! 10.08 acres nice small pole barn double wide on a poured foundation. $45 thousand! Yes it needed a lot of work too!

[@RedToolHouse]

Sounds like a great place! The hard work will pay off.

[@eyeswideshut2800]

Come to Texas! I use to build and still dabble so I know what I'm talking about on building. I did raw land building in Texas as a GC with no formal training. You can wheel and deal and it's all about what land is worth. Owners parcel off and sell here all the time and it's a free for all what you can get. The one thing about land is if it's CAD says it's $5000 then it's worth $5000 but every payment is an actual asset. You pay $3000 of that $5k and you have 3k equity. Say you wanted to build a home but no real down payment. You could finance land and once you've built equity enough use land as down payment. We call this Land/Home here and you can get an FHA loan. We value land as Texans because we know it's worth and the value can't be messed with so a TANGIBLE ASSET unlike the Petrol dollar. You don't need to do a lot of research, you just need to know what to research and what not to miss. The GC(Me) is the one who does all this but he's also why you pay $75 and up a sqft opposed to $35 and up. How long is takes is how long he's charging $60 hr. When you learn the basics of building which are FOUNDATION, FLOOR, 4 WALLS AND A ROOF. Trust me it's not complicated, SUBCONTRACTORS do the work. You pay yourself $60 hr and do the legwork like anything else in life. The benefit is $$$ saved and having control over product pricing so RESEARCH. That's why you're paying yourself $60 an hour so no whining, Geter Dun! YES YOU CAN PULL YOUR OWN PERMITS, your state and building codes determine. Raw land works like anything else but less restrictions depending on State and the government is your HOA. Utilities are what decide building codes but there's ways around things and loopholes. Water, power and plumbing, internet can be figured out too depending.

[@joseborrero2402]

Wow

[@thisismagacountry1318]

In a few years I might have a small 400 acre job for you. Basically, setting up a cattle pond, steer gates and a corral. I'll focus on building the house and barn. What's your opinion on well water in Lubbock vs New Braunfels? I think the Edwards Aquifer might be more reliable. Plus, later on a small hangar and airstrip for a Pipistrel Panthera.

[@luciac.419]

Before I watched your vid I read the title & guessed it had to be in Virginia or West Virginia - & yep I guessed it. Well you found nice land no doubt! Btw, I love that you mention being GOOD stewards of the land, too many forget that part. Thank you for a good vid/info

[@darrellblair5818]

Great video. Thank you for the insight.

[@arnoldromppai5395]

that how I got my land, only I got more for the timber then I paid for the land, I was 19 at the time and I had worked in the bush my self for 3 years already so I knew how it had to be done, I had to cut about 70% of it as a few years before I bought it we had a huge wipe out of the spruce trees, thousands of sq mile were hit by the spruce bud worm, and there was only so much time to cut it before it would have been in-marketable, and they were huge spruce, all the jack pine were saved, I re-planted 5080 seedling supplied by our MNR. TO DAY AT 55 ITS LIKE IT WAS NEVER CUT, I did bring in a D8 dozer to clear the stumps into one big valley to make more flat land, and made live stock fields, but it is still way over run by dear, I have many taken out every year but has not made a dent in them, garden been hard to save, there was nothing on this land but 1 old truck and thick bush

[@RedToolHouse]

Wow, that sounds like an incredible setup. So you have been on the same land for 36 years?

[@arnoldromppai5395]

yes I have, and I have paid my dues, every chicken turkey, pig, calf, cow, that has died on me in my early years I sent off to the Gulf university to find out why it died, and it was always feed, I mix my own for what I do use, most is all compost, brush wet valleys, that just never stop regrown, tons of store rejects, most of my feed is over our long cold -50 winter with 7 feet of snow, don't pay to heat any barns, I make sure there's number in each one to self heat and keep all my auto waters going, you see I fell 18 feet to the frozen swamp in -40 weather at 11pm 50 miles from camp were I worked as a welder in the bush camp, so I had to make everything automatic, so to be as little work as posable, pigs an chicken take care of all the garden work to get it ready for the next year,, all the new bush is full of feed growing

[@tomschmidt381]

Overall good advice. My wife and I purchased our property in 1979, 13 acres in southern NH. We had pretty much despaired finding something we could afford. We were at a friends house and they mentioned one of the neighbors was interesting in selling. They had bought the property to build a house but had a change of heart. Not as bad as your site but in typical New England fashion the back acreage was used to dump trash and the property had as small sand pit operation. We cleaned it up and lived in a mobile home for a couple of years until we built our house. Been there ever since. Lessons we have learned: 1) Try to have the seller set the price. In our case when we met the seller we know the asking price and figured there was some negotiating room and had a lower price we were going to offer. The seller said he would not sell for less then $x, somewhat below what we were willing to offer. We promptly accepted his price. 2) Be sure the property is surveyed and has a clear title. Here in New England property boundaries, unless recently been surveyed, can be a but vague. 3) I don't know about other states, New Hampshire has Current Use taxation designed to help maintain open spaces. You need at least 10 acres that are not developed to qualify. In that case property is taxed as its productive value not the speculative sale value. Current Use is a huge help in reducing the annual cost of larger tracts of land. 4) Selective timber harvest is a great idea. With modern whole tree harvester little damage is done to the remaining trees. Be prepared to pay a timber tax out of the proceeds. 5) Try to not romanticize living in the country, there are pluses and minus to all areas. If you have a day job commute time and job availability are important. If you have kids the school system is important as is the quality of local government. 6) One of our reasons for moving to a rural area is to be more involved with the community, than in a big city. NH has a long tradition of citizen involvement.

[@RedToolHouse]

Good stuff. Thanks for commenting.

[@scotthargraves576]

Tom Schmidt - referring to your point #3 above - here in PA we have Clean & Green. It offers reduced tax rates on blocks of land of 10 or more contiguous acres provided certain conditions are met. The goal is to keep it open.

[@eugenetougas7868]

Very well explained. And thank you for the info and story

[@georgerosado5194]

thank you sir for so much for sharring all this good information.enjoy

[@irishmermaid4]

Great stuff! Just subbed!

[@leefer1955]

I HAVE WATCHED 20 LAND VIDS TONIGHT ,THIS IS MY FIRST AND ONLY COMMENT. INSPIRING VIDEO , THANKS SO MUCH

[@RedToolHouse]

Lee Feriozzi awesome. Glad you liked it!

[@misconceptionindustries2968]

WV is terrible do not move there!!!

[@33rdGemini]

@@misconceptionindustries2968 I live in WV and I agree. You are not wrong. Trying to get out lol

[@WWGWGATikTok]

@@misconceptionindustries2968 yep!! they have a fascist governor there breaking all kinds of constitutional laws!!! smh

[@MrBigChops]

Live4aPurposeHigherThenYourself 11:11 • Are you referring to Virginia’s governor ? Or is WV’s governor a tyrant too?

[@supernovacentury]

Phenomenal information in its practicality. Much appreciate this. Hope some of these points can be applied to BC Canada. Thanks a million!

[@bennierocks5408]

Gw Baker did you have any luck?

[@GawgaCracka]

great video guys, glad you found your slice of the pie...

[@zenseed75]

I knew that looked like home. WV ❤️

[@kallen4108]

I just bought 2 acres w home , barn and garage for only $58,000. Added perimeter fence for $7,000. Look up Jasper Florida prices. This place is like heaven. Gorgeous antibellum mansions for under $100,000.. I did it I paid cash for a horse farm. It can be done!

[@nonyadamnbusiness9887]

Hahaha. So Jasper is Heaven? I didn't realize heaven was so close to hell. Drive down to Lake City. You'll see what I mean.

[@masterthotslayer9601]

You lost me at Florida

[@steveshaddrix3742]

Jasper FL

[@ladydragon7777]

You got ripped off.

[@ladydragon7777]

Hurricane swamp land people in Florida are suckers.

[@debracisneroshhp2827]

Thanks for this valuable insight into purchasing power for desired property. 💖🙌😺

[@BhikshuniLozangTrinlae]

nice logically organized presentation-very helpful

[@kentuckygunner9246]

thanks for the info i just purchased 5.5 acres in boone ky and has trash on it for 42k in the process of cleaning it up now there is 5 acres at the end of the same row for 106k . thanks to trash and a worn out home i got the land cheap

[@RedToolHouse]

Hard work in cleaning it up will pay off in the long run. Good luck!

[@kentuckygunner9246]

Red Tool House - Homestead thank you i appreciate it .

[@benificentmillipedius634]

We paid 8500 for 9 acres, and 700 each for 1/4 acre lots. ??

[@acelgallander2497]

Benificent Millipedius Sorry, may I ask where is it ? where did you buy what state?

[@FreedomTalkMedia]

Have you considered planting high value trees like black walnut? I've heard people refer to black walnut as like planting a 401k. Also if you plant a whole grove of it, you can eventually start selling the nuts.

[@austind6546]

Awesome video! Gives me hope for my homesteading dreams!

[@RedToolHouse]

Good luck!

[@safffff1000]

Thanks for the advice, excellent. I'd cut the forest down 50% and make silvo pastures for livestock and trim the remaining wood for less knots.

[@DivergentDroid]

I find myself watching this again with more questions for you. What type of Title does the property have? Heard about this? It is my understanding most people do not own the land fully unless they have an "Allodial Title" or a "Land Patent". This is the highest form of land title you can get and it grants you specific legal rights. You own the property "Free and Clear". The property Cannot be Taxed as the county holds no control over the land. Other rights include The land cannot be taken from you by Federal State or local government Even for eminent domain, the land is not subject to code enforcement and you can transfer the title to your kids and their kids for ever. You become a Sovereign Land Owner. The Land by law Always belongs to the people, the State or County Cannot own land. The county is an "Agent" who's job it is to convey the land from one person to another. They essentially have been scamming people for years by not offering to you the real Land Patent. However the Federal Government by law offers us a way to obtain this title and all the rights that go with it. This is what I've learned since I spoke to you last and wondered if you'd heard about it or if not i'm happy to share if this may help you. A few sources: Definition definitions.uslegal.com/a/allodial-title/ - TeamLaw teamlaw.net/ - National Association of Rural Land Owners www.narlo.org/index.html

[@WWGWGATikTok]

@Divergent Droid... Thank you for sharing that, I've learned more from your great comment than the video itself ...good info!!! I'm going to copy and save it....thx!

[@johnmatthew7630]

Heard of anyone actually getting allodial title?

[@doralevitt2879]

I live in NYC- you have no idea how much I'd love to be a homesteader!! :(

[@RedToolHouse]

Save up some of that NYC income and buy you some land. Everything will seem cheaper compared to NYC prices!

[@gracecallowayable]

Awesome information!!! Thank you so much!!!🧡

[@savelikeaprowithleah5157]

Super Informative!Thanks for Sharing 🙏🙏🙏

[@3Sphere]

This is a great video! I am selling my high priced hovel in the USSRC (The United Soviet Socialist Republic of California) and buying just as much land as I can afford in a midwest state for a homestead. I already knew a lot of this stuff just instinctually like staying away from real estate agents until you need a buyer's agent to make an offer and shepherd you through the process. But this pleasant talk crystallizes it in my mind and there were a number of good pointers I hadn't given much thought to. So, here's to homesteading, THANKS, and Cheers!!!

[@RedToolHouse]

Good luck with your land search and your defection from CA!

[@benificentmillipedius634]

We have lots in higher elevation New Mexico , very cool and seasonable year round. 1/4 acre lots 2000.

[@toruko-ishibravo2zulu679]

People like you have quit California before. And slink back when taxes rise or get treated like a economic problem refugee. Replacing deported foreign labor. In a right to work state which California protected you from. Enjoy the dust storms, sticky hot weather, and fracking- ruined underground water. Been there. Know what I'm saying ?

[@3Sphere]

@Thelondonbadger Yeah, that's the standard assumption isn't it? Pure propaganda. I vote Conservative and Republican. I am 2nd Amendment, Libertarian and in fact probably more Conservative than the average in the state I'm moving to. Don't make assumptions. I despise Libtards and resent your stupid judgements.

[@3Sphere]

@@toruko-ishibravo2zulu679 Oh, I'm not going back. Californica is probably the most beautiful state in the union but the Libtards have ruined it. They destroy everything they touch. I grew up there and I know the score. I have no intention of ever living in a brain-dead Socialist state ever again. A little humidity doesn't bother me and I'm far from the fracking. There is a price to pay for everything and it is very payable for freedom's sake. Besides, there are three other very pleasant seasons besides summer which means I can grow food all year long. There are no "people like me" and you don't know your ass from a hole in the ground. I resent your stupid, ignorant judgements. I have my own businesses and "right to work" doesn't have any effect on me and mine except that it makes things easier. Know what I'm saying? LoL.........

[@elcapitan7]

thank you for your help. my wife and I just decided last night to get some land and put a house on it and make a farm and this video was very helpful.

[@RedToolHouse]

Awesome! Good luck with land search!

[@troystutsman1400]

I just found your channel and subscribed...! Thank you for sharing this information with us. Have a great day and Be Blessed...!

[@RedToolHouse]

Thanks for watching!

[@MrRambo50]

Good show ,thanks for sharing, thank you