10/31/2026
How Land Expertise Helps Realtors Guide Buyers Before They Build
Some of the most expensive mistakes in a new-home project happen before the house is designed. A buyer purchases land, then discovers that the site requires far more work than expected or cannot accommodate the home they had in mind. Realtors who understand land can help buyers recognize those questions while there is still time to evaluate the property.
I believe this is an area of expertise that deserves more attention. A Realtor does not need to become a civil engineer, septic designer or builder. The value comes from recognizing what needs to be investigated and knowing which local professional can give the buyer a reliable answer.
Consider two parcels across the road from each other. They have similar acreage and asking prices. One has public water and sewer, relatively level ground and straightforward access. The other needs a well and septic system, substantial grading and a driveway that can accommodate construction traffic.
Ken Semler
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Some of the most expensive mistakes in a new-home project happen before the house is designed. A buyer purchases land, then discovers that the site requires far more work than expected or cannot accommodate the home they had in mind. Realtors who understand land can help buyers recognize those quest...