What Should You Know About Buying Timberland Property?

Land covered with forest that’s suitable or managed for timber is called timberland. Timber, by the way, is wood prepared for use in building and carpentry.

Have you ever thought of buying timberland property? Thanks to the Internet, it’s easier to find than it used to be.

Value

When looking for timberland property to buy there are some questions to consider. For example, what kind of timber is on the property you’re interested in, and what’s it worth? How’s the site quality of the land? How young or old are the trees on the property– when will they be ready to use in order to make a profit? Also, is what the seller telling you reliable information or is it outdated? When’s the last time the property was surveyed? Does what’s actually there match the pictures you’ve seen online?

Profit Potential

Timberland properties can be quite profitable for owners. It’s important, though, to do your research, have your questions answered, and know what you’re actually buying before you buy property.

Timberland Properties in South Carolina

Now in South Carolina, there’s a company called Metcalf Land Company which deals with timberland. Therefore, if you’re looking for timberland properties to buy, Metcalf can be your guide in this process.

South Carolina has thousands of acres of majestic pines and wild forests. Timberlands in this state continue to grow in value each year. Even if they’re not actually being used to harvest timber, these lands are also popular as hunting grounds (complete with deer, turkeys, geese and quail) and places to build cabins, especially if they’re accessible thanks to paved roads in the area.

Did you know that South Carolina is a major player in the timber industry? With two-thirds of the state’s land covered by forests, more than 100,000 people are employed in the state’s forest products sector and a timber operations professional program is in place to ensure logging crews stay safe on the job. For more information about that, please see this Forestry Association of South Carolina page.

Thinking of investing in timberland in South Carolina? Call Metcalf Land Company today at 864-585-0444. Also, see this page for available timberland properties.