I have 2 neighboring tracts owned by individuals that inherited the land after the death of a parent. I would jump at the chance to buy either parcels. I’m relatively new to this neighborhood, having owned my land for 6-7 yrs.
In one case, no one ever even sets foot on the property. I have contacted the current owner and have spoken with him a couple of times. While I’m generally seen as an affable fellow, the exchanges with him are always awkward. He will respond to texts, but I try to limit them to 1 per year or so. He expresses no desire to consider selling.
The other tract is more of an unknown. Previous neighbor passed about 18 mos ago. If the son ever visits the property, it ain’t often.
Any pointers on broaching the conversation of selling? Is a letter better than a phone call? If so, what should the letter say? Do I dare offer a $ value before they express any desire to sell? Any stories that you folks could relay?
In one case, no one ever even sets foot on the property. I have contacted the current owner and have spoken with him a couple of times. While I’m generally seen as an affable fellow, the exchanges with him are always awkward. He will respond to texts, but I try to limit them to 1 per year or so. He expresses no desire to consider selling.
The other tract is more of an unknown. Previous neighbor passed about 18 mos ago. If the son ever visits the property, it ain’t often.
Any pointers on broaching the conversation of selling? Is a letter better than a phone call? If so, what should the letter say? Do I dare offer a $ value before they express any desire to sell? Any stories that you folks could relay?