I Hiked This “Perfect” Lot… Then Found 5 Hidden Land Deal Killers

This land looks amazing on paper… until you actually hike it. In this site walk in Middletown, I break down 5 hidden land deal killers most new investors completely miss: slope, grading costs, perc test issues, historic trees, and flood zones.

Thinking about buying land for your first flip, new build, or dream home? Before you write an offer, watch this full walkthrough.

In this video, we’re on a steep, heavily sloped lot in Middletown with a creek nearby. I’ll show you what I look for before I spend a dollar on plans or due diligence and why a “nice piece of land” can still be a terrible deal if you don’t run the numbers and the homework.

You’ll learn:

How slope and access really affect your costs (concrete trucks, lumber, equipment)
Why heavy grading can quietly destroy your profit
Public water & sewer vs. well & septic – and why a valid perc test is non-negotiable
How big, “historic” trees can trigger permits, delays, and extra costs
What to check when you’re near a creek (flood zone, buildable area, insurance)
Why I still wait to make an offer until the right due diligence is done

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