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The American Land Man

The American Land Man

Written by: Neil Hauger
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The American Land Man is a podcast for anyone who wishes to Buy-Manage-Sell American Land. Whether you own 1 ac or 100,000 ac or none at all this podcast is for you. We have interesting guests who share there journey of owning American Land. So, please subscribe and join us!Neil Hauger Economics Personal Finance
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  • #132 - Two Bankruptcies, Delinquent Taxes, and an $85K Ask: Inside a Land Deal Gone Sideways with Jeff Fern
    Jul 10 2026

    On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio with Jeff Fern.

    We discuss:

    • Jeff currently has eight buildable lots in progress, including three five-acre lots near Stockholm/Pepin.
    • Neil corrects a seller who thought $30,000 beat a $10,000-an-acre comp — hers was 3 acres, or $90,000 total.
    • A Polk County seller who bought land at $4,500 an acre stands to profit roughly $100,000 subdividing it into lots.
    • Jeff fights for driveway access on a state highway listing, where Wisconsin DOT requires a 500-foot gap.
    • Neil recounts a landowner asking to borrow $85,000 — then discovers two bankruptcies and delinquent taxes.
    • Neil declines to lend the money but offers to buy the land outright, giving the seller until May 15th.
    • Jeff describes a $25,000 code violation on a 15-by-15 deck that surfaced during a home inspection.
    • Neil and Jeff explain why sellers must disclose known defects even when selling a property "as is."
    • Jeff estimates statewide land listings are down as much as 25%, even as listed properties keep selling.
    • Neil spends two hours consulting a couple weighing a city's offer to buy only part of their land.


    And So Much More!


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    54 mins
  • #131 - How My First Land Investment Turned Into a $60,000 Profit
    Jun 26 2026

    On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio with another monologue.

    We discuss:

    • Neil shares the story behind his very first land investment.
    • Why most people never buy their first property.
    • The conversation with Dan Perez that changed Neil's mindset.
    • How improving land creates equity.
    • Why cleanup alone can dramatically increase value.
    • The power of subdividing larger parcels.
    • Why emotion can hurt investment decisions.
    • How Neil marketed the property for maximum value.
    • The first investment produced a $60,000 profit.
    • Why buying, managing and selling land became his long-term strategy.

    And So Much More!


    Connect:

    -https://bit.ly/NeilHaugerWhitetailProperties

    -https://bit.ly/NeilHaugerFacebook

    -https://bit.ly/NeilHaugerYouTube

    -https://bit.ly/NeilHaugerInstagram

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    48 mins
  • #130 - He Sold His Truck To Buy Hunting Land: How Jeff Fern Upgraded From 30 To 114 Acres
    Jun 12 2026

    On today's episode of The American Land Man Podcast, we are back in the studio with Jeff Fern.

    We discuss:

    • Jeff sold personal assets to raise his first land down payment.
    • Recreational land ownership starts with discipline, not wealth.
    • Small acreage properties can create strong demand from buyers.
    • Strategic pricing can create multiple-offer situations.
    • Documenting improvements adds value when it's time to sell.
    • 1031 exchanges can help owners scale into larger properties.
    • "Ugly" properties often hold hidden potential.
    • Side hustles can accelerate land ownership goals.
    • Good neighboring landowners can be invaluable resources.
    • Land ownership provides both financial and lifestyle returns.

    And So Much More!


    Connect:

    -https://bit.ly/NeilHaugerWhitetailProperties

    -https://bit.ly/NeilHaugerFacebook

    -https://bit.ly/NeilHaugerYouTube

    -https://bit.ly/NeilHaugerInstagram

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    59 mins
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