About this episode
Buying your first property can be difficult. It requires a lot of research, time, and effort. However, online listings, information out there, and real estate agents can help you find the best properties to buy. Educating yourself and doing your due diligence before purchasing a property based on long-term value instead of the cost can help you get value and make more money in the long run. It doesn't matter where you are. Every area has its Price Tag, and you can get the highest returns wherever you operate if you use the right strategy. Your strategy should focus on your goals. So educate yourself to know what works for you and buy right. Focus on what you are good at and where you are comfortable to bring more value to the table. You have to bring more than just money to the table to create greater land value. Join the conversation with Slade Priest as we discuss lessons and strategies to buy and sell land profitably. Slade, also known as The Hunting Land Man, is a hunting land specialist, a licensed realtor, and a Land Pro with Realtree United Country Hunting Properties. He also hosts the Sportsman Channel television show and HuntUnited on the Realtree 365 app. Slade's life has always been centered around the outdoors and God's creation. He leverages years of experience, knowledge, and a unique perspective he gained from working in his family's timber and wildlife business for his real estate clients. The outdoors and especially hunting, have always been Slade’s passion. He’s an accomplished hunting guide and manages a successful wildlife consulting business for several large landowners. During this episode, you will learn about; [00:01] Introduction to the episode and pre-show talk [02:37] A bit about our today’s guest; Slade Priest [07:36] Why Slade choose Northern Missouri [09:16] How Slade transitioned from real estate to outdoor [11:06] Acquiring your first parcel of land and making money with it [13:17] Slade's second deal and his subsequent properties [16:03] Slade’s lessons and strategy of buying and selling deals [22:36] Mistakes that people make when purchasing properties [27:20] What to look for when doing your due diligence on properties [34:55] Educating yourself and understanding your risk tolerance [37:00] Things that great deals have in common [39:13] Why find an agent to sell a property if you’re not in real estate [43:12] Practical tips for negotiating properties in any real estate classes [48:07] What to expect in the land market in the near future [51:53] How Slade partners with other people in different deals [53:41] Slade’s bad deals and what went wrong [58:38] Key takeaway from Slade on how to get your first parcel [59:27] How you can reach out, connect, or learn more about Slade [01:01:30] Ending the show and call to action Notable Quotes Sellers aren’t always motivated by price; timing is the biggest factor. It doesn't matter where you are; every area has its Price Tag, and you can get the highest returns. The market sets the price; just know the numbers and provide information, and your property will set its own value. If you are good at something, that is where you should focus. Educating yourself to buy right Slade Priest Website: https://huntinglandman.net/ Connect: https://linktr.ee/TheLandPodcast https://linktr.ee/exodustrailcamera https://bit.ly/TheDeerGearPodcast