“No such thing as a dumb question around here. If yours isn't on this page, give the team a holler — we'll add it.”
Buying or selling land comes with a pile of questions, and most of them sound a lot like the ones you're already asking yourself. Title. Taxes. Boundaries. Closing. The Debrosland team has answered these for thousands of folks across America — here are the fifty we hear most often, grouped by topic.
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About the Land
“Let's start with the land itself — what you're actually buying. Here are the nineteen questions our team hears most often when folks are sizing up a listing.”
What kind of land do you sell?
Rural land across America, with active listings in Mississippi and Colorado right now. Everything from small town lots to big timber tracts and wide-open rural acreage. Most of what we buy is unrestricted — meaning you can hunt, farm, homestead, park the RV, build a house, or just sit on it as an investment.
When a parcel sells, it comes off the site (to protect buyer privacy), so whatever's listed is actually available. Browse the current listings.
Are there back taxes or liens on the land?
Nope. The Debrosland team checks for back taxes and liens during acquisition, and every parcel is bought with title insurance to protect the investment. By the time a listing hits the site, those issues are already sorted.
Does the land come with mineral rights?
Not unless the listing specifically says so. In most of the areas where we buy, surface rights and mineral rights got separated a long time ago — so by the time the land gets to us, the minerals are already gone. Since we sell at wholesale prices, chasing down that history isn't something we do. If mineral rights matter to you, check the listing or ask us before you commit.
What can I do with the land?
A lot — but the real answer lives at the county. Every county has its own zoning ordinances, and what's allowed on one parcel might not be allowed a mile away. The Debrosland team can point you to the right county office to call, and we'll share everything we know about a parcel. County officials are the authoritative source, so always verify with them before you close.
Can I live in an RV while I build a house on the land?
In most cases, yes. Rules vary county to county, but in many areas folks with a building permit can live in an RV as a temporary residence for six to twelve months while construction is happening. Most permits can be extended if the build runs long. Confirm with the county where your parcel is located for their specific rules.
How do I get utilities connected?
You (or your contractor) call the local utility companies directly. If you need help tracking down who to call, the Debrosland team can pass along contact info for the area.
What will it cost to build, drill a well, put in septic, fence it, or survey?
Those costs vary a lot by region and specifics, and we're not builders or contractors ourselves — so we don't give quotes on that kind of work. Once you've got a parcel in mind, call local vendors in that county for accurate estimates.
Why is the land so cheap?
The Debrosland team scours thousands of county records and buys land in bulk across the country. That volume earns discounts on acquisition, and those savings get passed on at wholesale prices. Cheap doesn't mean bad land — it means bought right.
Are there HOA or association dues on the land?
Usually no. We typically avoid parcels with HOA or POA fees. If a parcel does have association dues, it'll be clearly marked on the listing so you know upfront.
How do I know exactly where the land is?
Every listing comes with GPS coordinates, maps, and (when available) the official plat map from the county. Tools like Land.Id or Google Earth let you zoom in and get a feel for the terrain.
Heads up: the county provides our location data, so it's only as precise as what they have on file. Most listings don't have a street address (that's normal for rural land), but you can pinpoint them easily with the GPS coords.
What else should I know about a listing?
Everything we know goes into the listing — that's on purpose. Debrosland buys land specifically to resell, so transparency keeps repeat buyers coming back. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed, so always verify what matters most to you before you close.
Can I park an RV on the land?
Maybe — it depends on the county. Many counties allow RV parking for 30 to 90 days with a permit. Some require special waste disposal arrangements. This is one you'll want to confirm directly with the county before you start counting on it.
Is there a deadline to build once I buy?
Not from Debrosland. The only build deadlines you'd face come from Homeowners Associations (which most of our parcels don't have) or the county issuing your building permit. If you buy a parcel and never build, that's your call as the landowner.
How much are the property taxes?
Varies by parcel — every listing shows the current taxes in its own section. To double-check, contact the Treasurer's office in the county where the land is. The team can help you find their phone number if you need it.
Does the land have utilities?
Depends on the parcel. Every listing shows what's available at the lot line: gas, water, power, sewage, phone, internet. The Debrosland team confirms that info with the utility companies directly before listing. Still — it's on you as the buyer to satisfy yourself about access before you close.
Have you surveyed the land?
Usually no — that'd be your responsibility. Most parcels we buy were platted years ago, and while there may be old stakes or pins marking the boundaries, we don't guarantee they still exist. The GPS coordinates we give you get you close enough to walk the parcel and get a feel for it.
For exact boundary lines, you'll want a local surveyor. Surveys run anywhere from a few hundred dollars to several thousand depending on size and complexity. That's why we don't do them ourselves — the cost doesn't fit our wholesale model.
Can you recommend a surveyor?
Probably not a specific one. It's not a service we use regularly, and we don't endorse vendors we haven't personally worked with. Your best bet: search Google for “Surveyor + [County], [State]” for the area your parcel is in.
Do I have to start building right away after I buy?
No. You can hold it as long as you want — build later, build never, it's your call. You're the landowner; the land doesn't have a ticking clock on it.
If the land doesn't have a well, how do I get water?
You'll usually need to drill one. Some parcels sit in areas with city water access — if that's the case for a specific listing, it'll say so on the page. Otherwise, well drilling is part of the setup cost to plan for.
Seeing the Land
“Planning to see a parcel before you buy? Smart. Here's how the Debrosland team handles visits, and what tools actually work for finding rural land.”
Can I see the land before I buy it?
Yes — the team actively encourages it. Every listing has photos taken on-site, but nothing beats walking a parcel yourself. We know not every buyer can make the trip, which is why we pack each listing with photos, maps, and county data so you can do your homework from wherever you are.
Will you give me driving directions to the land?
Not directly — since we don't know where you're driving from. What we can do: point you at the listing page, which has GPS coordinates and maps your favorite routing app can work with. From there, any GPS will get you to the parcel.
Is there a mapping app you recommend?
Land.Id. The Debrosland team uses it for viewing and capturing parcel images, and it's purpose-built for rural land.
Can you personally show me the land?
The team is spread out across the country, so in-person tours aren't something we offer (unless you're covering travel — and usually folks don't want to foot that bill).
What's more common: we arrange for a local real estate agent to meet you at the parcel for a visit, usually $100–200. If they end up representing you for the whole transaction, expect an additional 3–10% of the purchase price as their commission.
Does the land have an address I can punch into my GPS?
Rural and undeveloped land usually doesn't have an assigned street address — that's just how it is out there. In the rare cases it does, the address is on the listing. Otherwise, the GPS coordinates do the work.
Can you hold a parcel for me?
Yes. A hold costs $100 per week. That $100 gets applied to your purchase if you close on the parcel, but it's otherwise non-refundable. Contact our office directly to set one up.
If the land doesn't have an address, how do I locate it?
The interactive map on each listing page shows exactly where it sits. Pair that with the parcel number (also on the listing) and most mapping apps can pinpoint it precisely. GPS coords plus parcel number are how folks navigate rural land — it's a different workflow from city addresses, but easier than it sounds.
Can I camp on the land overnight to test it out?
Afraid not — that's one we can't accommodate. Legally, you don't own it until closing, so overnight camping isn't something we're able to authorize. A daytime visit to walk the parcel is always welcome.
