FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I visit the property before buying?
YES, we strongly recommend that you inspect the property before buying. You should also check with the county on the zoning and approved uses of the property. Particularly, the County Planning and Zoning Department will also be able to tell you about the current and future development plans for the area. While we will do our best to tell you everything we know about each property, nothing replaces the value of doing your own research and due diligence.
Should I inspect the property prior to buying?
All Buyers should personally inspect each property and its physical condition prior to purchasing. Failure of a Buyer to obtain full information about the condition of a property, or to conduct their own on-site or off-site property inspection and research, will in no way constitute grounds for any claim against the Seller nor the cancellation or adjustment of the sale. Inspect the Property Before You Buy!
How do I find the property when doing my research?
We try to provide as much information for you on the property listing, including maps, but here are some additional hints on how to find properties for Sale. For each property listed on the site, we have provided a link to maps.google.com as well as an aerial picture of the property location, and the County/Assessor’s Parcel Map for each property. All information is available through the county’s Assessor website as well.
How does County Land acquire properties?
Properties are typically acquired directly from private party owners or through county tax foreclosure sales and our goal is to pass these quality properties along to Buyers through our website at bargain prices and great terms.
Who owns the properties on the County.Land website?
Unless otherwise indicated within a property listing (ie properties sold through our Contract Assignment Program where County Land Investments LLC is not the owner), the properties listed on this website are fully owned (FREE AND CLEAR) by County Land Investments LLC.
How do I know if this is a safe way to purchase property?
We set out on a different mission because land can be very tricky and it shouldn’t be for the average person. There are a lot of deed types and with any properties, some could leave you with a really bad deal if you don’t understand it. Due to this we have to pass on many properties that have a questionable deed history. We decided to sell only quality deeds with safety for our buyers. So you won’t find thousands of properties for sale on our website, but only quality land/lots we like to hold as well. We make sure our land is something we are proud to own and hold as an investment and pass the savings on to our buyers.
What Guarantees does County Land offer?
Because property ownership is transferred through escrow/title/attorney agencies, we can guarantee that the property is free and clear of any governmental or private liens or encumbrances other than recurring assessments or bonds. We can further guarantee that at the point of ownership transfer, the property is free and clear and has marketable title.
What are the General Terms of Sale?
For properties where the sale is being managed through a Real Estate Agent, standard real estate purchase terms and conditions apply.
For properties where the sale is being managed by our company and/or are being sold through our Contract Assignment Program, the terms of the Purchase and Sale Agreement & Assignment Agreement apply.
What are the Conditions of Sale?
All properties are being sold in an “As Is, Where Is, and with All Faults” condition as of the date of sale. All sales are considered SOLD and FINAL. Buyer understands that Seller will disclose all known facts regarding the property. Buyer acknowledges that all properties are being sold subject to all existing covenants, conditions, restrictions, reservations, exploration and mineral rights, easements, rights of way, assessments, zoning, and all other land use restrictions as there may be on or off record. Property information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and Buyer should perform due diligence to Buyer’s own satisfaction.
What fees are there in addition to the purchase price?
Typical closing costs include an escrow fee, title insurance, deed preparation, prorated property taxes, etc. Property taxes will be prorated such that the Seller is responsible for property taxes up until the date escrow closes, and the remaining fees vary by county/state. Just ask us and we can provide a ballpark figure of the closing costs; however final closing cost amounts may not be determined until the closing date. For properties being sold through our Contract Assignment Program, there will be no additional fee as the assignment fee has already been included in the total listing price.
Are the mineral rights guaranteed for the properties?
We make no guarantees concerning mineral rights or the lack thereof. Mineral rights require research through the county as well as BLM (Bureau of Land Management). Buyers would need to perform their own research to determine if mineral rights are available for a property; however, in most cases mineral rights have been reserved by a previous owner.