The 10 best beaches in the United States in 2018
Visitors from all over the world travel to the U.S. to experience our beaches. Check out our picks for the best U.S. beaches in 2018 and find out if your favorite made the list.
Breaking ground
The 20 largest U.S. landowners in 2016
Land remains a popular investment and wealthy people continue to snatch it up. A large portion of the U.S. is owned by a few people, and there’s a chance you’ve never heard of them.
These 20 entities own the most U.S. land in 2018
From massive timberland operations and religious bodies to colossal ranches and cattle barons, these 20 entities remind us why land was the original American dream.
Story loans: how to finance your land purchase
Typically, loans for unimproved, raw land are significantly more difficult to get. The good news is there are several financing paths available and lenders want to help.
What's the difference between a farm and a ranch?
If you're a land investor, looking to get into agriculture, or just interested in land, it's important to be clear on the differences between a farm versus a ranch.
Indian Removal Act of 1830 and the Trail of Tears
Andrew Jackson's Indian Removal Act in 1830 paved the way for the Trail of Tears and is a piece of history many of us wish we could go back in time and change.
What’s the difference between a property deed and a title?
Since a property deed and the property's title serve different purposes, it’s important for people involved in any kind of real estate to know the difference.
The 10 most extraordinary U.S. land listings in 2018
With an average acreage of 50,887 and an average price tag of over $240 million, the nation's leading land listings are nothing short of incredible. Here are our picks for the top 10.
Are your actions reducing or contributing to water pollution?
Water has a major effect on the environment, landscape, and survival for plants, animals, and humans. Since water is vital for life, it’s important that we take actions to preserve it.
What does it mean if there’s a lien on your property?
Although liens are very common, they are often overlooked or underestimated. Failing to address property liens can put stress on real estate deals and cause years of legal trouble.
How America became America: major U.S. land acquisitions
A large price had to be paid for the United States to become the dominant superpower as we know it today. From a land perspective, this is how America came together.
These 10 U.S. states have the most publicly owned land
Today federal and state governments own more than 34% of the total land mass in the United States. You may be surprised to find out which states contain the most publicly owned land.