Frequently asked questions
Everything landowners usually ask us before selling. Don't see your question? Reach out on our contact page.
About Legacy Capital Land
How is selling to Legacy Capital Land different from listing with a real estate agent?
Listing your land with a real estate agent can be a great option if you're willing to wait for the right buyer and pay commissions. Selling directly to Legacy Capital Land offers a faster, more straightforward alternative. We buy land directly from property owners, so there are no listings, no commissions, no financing delays, and no uncertainty about whether the sale will close. See our full comparison for the details.
What types of land do you buy?
We purchase many types of vacant land, including residential lots, rural acreage, inherited property, investment parcels, and land you no longer have plans to build on.
What areas do you buy in?
We buy vacant residential land statewide across Florida. Our deepest experience and fastest offers are in Southwest Florida — Lee, Sarasota, and Charlotte Counties, including Alva, Lehigh Acres, North Port, Port Charlotte, and Punta Gorda — but wherever your property is in the state, reach out and we'll give you a straightforward answer. See all markets we serve.
Do you need to see the property in person before making an offer?
Usually not. We research your parcel using county records, GIS and aerial data, and public sale history, which covers most of what we need for an initial offer. If anything about your specific property needs a closer look, we'll tell you before finalizing anything.
How the process works
Will I need to prepare my land before selling?
No. We purchase land as-is, so there's no need to clear the property, make improvements, or spend money preparing it for sale.
How quickly can you close?
In many cases, we can provide a fair cash offer within 24 hours. If you decide to move forward, we'll work with you to close on a timeline that fits your needs — whether that's as quickly as possible or several weeks down the road. See our guide on the closing process, step by step.
How do you decide what to offer?
We research realistic end-buyer value for your specific parcel — genuinely comparable recent sales, buildability, and access — and work backward to a number, rather than applying a flat percentage or formula. See our guide on how vacant land is actually valued.
Am I obligated to accept your offer?
No. Requesting an offer doesn't commit you to anything. We'll give you a straightforward number, and you're free to accept it, decline it, or take time to think it over.
Costs, taxes & closing
Are there any fees or commissions?
No. We don't charge commissions or hidden fees. We'll clearly explain every step of the process so you know exactly what to expect before making any decisions.
Who pays closing costs?
We cover standard closing costs on the properties we buy directly. Your title company will walk through the exact settlement statement with you before closing so there are no surprises.
Will I owe taxes on the sale?
Possibly, depending on your basis in the property and personal tax situation — this is a federal income tax question worth discussing with a CPA, separate from Florida's documentary stamp tax. See our guide on vacant land & property taxes in Florida for an overview.
What if I owe back property taxes on the land?
That's a common situation, especially with inherited or long-vacant land. Outstanding taxes are typically settled out of the sale proceeds at closing — let us know the situation and we'll factor it into our research.
Inherited land, title & ownership
What if the property is inherited or still in probate?
We regularly work with inherited property, including land still moving through probate. See our guide on selling inherited land in Florida, or reach out and we'll tell you honestly where things stand for your specific situation.
What if there are multiple owners or heirs?
That's common with inherited land. All owners generally need to agree to a sale and sign closing documents. We'd encourage getting everyone aligned, or working through a probate attorney who can coordinate on the group's behalf, before signing a contract.
What if there's a lien, judgment, or title issue on the property?
This is common with land that's changed hands infrequently or sat vacant for years. A title search typically identifies these issues, and they're often resolved as part of a normal closing, frequently using proceeds from the sale.
Do I need to hire an attorney to sell my land?
Not always required in Florida, but it can be worthwhile for inherited property, an estate still in probate, or if title issues turn up. A title company can typically handle a straightforward closing on its own.