Compare Options To Sell Your Vacant Land

Weight the difference between selling to Ontario Land Buyer vs. listing your land with an agent.

Whether your land is in a buyer’s or seller’s market, you always have options when you’re ready to sell. Selling directly can help you reach your real estate goals, without the costs and hassles of an agency. An agent might promise you a higher (and often overinflated) price, which you have no guarantee of getting. And even if you do secure a higher sales price, it doesn’t necessarily mean you will be taking more cash home. After you factor in the commissions, taxes, fees, and the time it will take to sell, you might find the more lucrative option is to sell directly.

Check out the details below and run the numbers for yourself to see what option will work the best for you! 

Do The Math – See What Makes The Most Sense For YOUR Situation!

Getting an offer from Ontario Land Buyer requires zero obligation. We will not hassle you to make a decision, we will simply make you an offer, and you decide if you want to take it or leave it!

Selling directly offers a plethora of benefits an agent just can’t provide.

• A fast close. You can walk away with cash in your hand in about 2 weeks!
• Stop paying property taxes NOW instead of months down the road when the property closes via an agent
• Ontario Land Buyer will cover all costs. We take care of everything and there are never any hidden fees or reductions to what we offer you.
• Put delinquent taxes behind you. Have you found yourself behind on property taxes? Why pay a small fortune on land you aren’t using? Wouldn’t you rather put cash in your pocket before the county takes the property?

Our mission is to make the process fast and easy. We want to pay you a FAIR price for the land you aren’t using. Before you commit to an agent, do your math and think about all the time and energy you will save by selling direct. When you work with Ontario Land Buyer the process is completely hassle-free. There are no commissions or fees that you would face if selling the traditional route.

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Landowners have several avenues to consider when deciding to sell their land. Each method has its own set of advantages and challenges, and the best option often depends on the seller’s circumstances, goals, and the specifics of the land in question. Let’s explore three common ways to sell land and compare them to selling privately to a direct buyer.

1. Listing with a Real Estate Agent

Pros: Real estate agents bring expertise in market dynamics, pricing strategies, and negotiation skills. They can handle much of the legwork, from listing the property to dealing with potential buyers. Agents also have access to multiple listing services (MLS), increasing the property’s visibility. Cons: Selling through an agent means paying commission fees, which can significantly reduce the seller’s profit. The process can also be slower, as it depends on finding the right buyer through traditional channels.

2. Selling the Land Yourself (FSBO – For Sale By Owner)

Pros: This method eliminates the need to pay commission fees to agents, potentially saving the seller a significant amount of money. It gives the seller complete control over the selling process, from setting the price to negotiating directly with buyers. Cons: FSBO requires a considerable time investment from the seller to market the property, vet potential buyers, and handle all aspects of the sale. It may also limit the property’s exposure to potential buyers.

3. Auctioning the Property

Pros: Auctions can be a quick way to sell, with a set date for the sale. They can generate competitive bidding, potentially increasing the final sale price. Cons: There’s less control over the final sale price, which can be a risk if the auction doesn’t attract enough interest. Sellers also have to pay auctioneer fees, which can be costly.

Selling Privately to a Direct Buyer

Pros: Selling to a private buyer, such as a land buying company, offers a quick and straightforward sale process. Sellers can often receive a cash offer quickly and close on their timeline, without worrying about commissions, fees, or marketing costs. This method is particularly beneficial for land that may be hard to sell through traditional methods, such as undeveloped or rural land. Cons: The offer from a direct buyer might be less than what could potentially be obtained in a competitive market through an agent or auction.

Which Option Is Best?

The “best” method depends on the seller’s priorities:

• For speed and convenience: Selling privately to a direct buyer is often the quickest and easiest route, especially for land that is in less demand or harder to market.
• For potentially higher prices: Listing with a real estate agent or selling FSBO might secure a higher sale price, provided the seller is willing to navigate the complexities of the real estate market and wait for the right buyer.
• For immediate sale: Auctioning can provide an immediate sale, but with less predictability regarding the final sale price.

In summary, if a landowner prioritizes a quick, hassle-free sale with immediate cash, selling to a private land buyer is often the best option. However, if the goal is to maximize profit and the seller is prepared to handle or absorb higher fees, longer selling times, and more involvement in the sale process, listing with an agent or FSBO could be more advantageous.