Best States for FIRST-TIME Land Investors (Start Here in 2025)
If you’re a beginner looking to flip land, choosing the right state can make or break your first deal, and in this episode, Daniel and Ron Apke break down exactly where to start.
They dive into the top five states for first-time land investors based on simplicity, demand, price points, and legal hurdles. You’ll learn why states like Tennessee, Oklahoma, Georgia, Michigan, and Ohio made the cut, and why others, despite their potential, were ruled out due to steep terrain, disclosure laws, or slow-moving markets.
Dan & Ron also explain how to navigate common land investing pitfalls like non-disclosure issues, bad data, and evaluating oil rights.
This conversation is packed with hard-earned insights from the Apkes’ own experiences and those of their coaching community.
Whether you’ve been pinning random counties on a map or feel overwhelmed by choice, this episode gives you a no-fluff blueprint for narrowing down your first market. By the end, you’ll have a much clearer picture of where to start, what to avoid, and how to set yourself up for a successful first land flip.
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