When navigating court-ordered property sales, buyers must take care to avoid mistakes that can lead to costly delays or even forfeiture of the land purchased. Land veterans recommend obtaining a complete survey of the land prior to making a bid, and doing so early enough to allow for a full refund if the purchase is not successful.

It’s also important to learn how the auction works and whether payment is accepted in cash or by a certified check. Additionally, it’s wise to secure statements from utility companies detailing infrastructure status at the property. These details can reveal what services are available at the rural location of the property and help to identify potential construction costs to bring them to that particular site.

Prevent Errors in Kansas Land Buying

Prevent errors in Kansas land buying is another step that can save a lot of money down the road. Purchasing property used for mining or industrial purposes can lead to environmental hazards that could require expensive remediation efforts. Veteran land buyers often recommend having a land screening done to ensure that the property hasn’t been contaminated by hazardous waste, chemical spills or illegal meth lab materials that may have been present on the property in the past.

Attorneys specializing in land title work can identify and correct problems like tax liens tied to sellers, contested boundary lines, broken chains of ownership, rights of way that limit intended use, judgments/bankruptcies/liens tied to sellers, improper conveyances, missing/deceased owners that affect transfers or ambiguous mineral/water rights. This diligence helps to ensure that closings occur properly and with the least disruptions.