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Sell Bare Land Oregon — Or Exchange It Tax-Free With a 1031

I help Oregon bare land owners turn stagnant acreage into income-producing property, completely tax-free, through a 1031 exchange. Three generations of Oregon land knowledge surveyor, licensed contractor, and Salem land specialist behind every evaluation.

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The Problem Most Land Owners Don't See

Oregon Bare Land Not Selling? Here's What It's Really Costing You

You bought bare land as an investment. Maybe for future development. Maybe for appreciation. Maybe it was passed down through your family.

But here’s what most bare land owners don’t realize:

The Math That’s Costing You:

  • Bare land appreciation: 2.5% per year
  • Cost of living (inflation): 3.5% per year
  • Your net loss: -1% of purchasing power annually

The right buyer, the right price, and the right exchange strategy can turn stagnant Oregon bare land into income — starting with a free land-value-per-acre evaluation.

 

Over 10 years, you’ve lost 10% of your wealth—and you didn’t even know it.

Meanwhile, you’re paying:

  • Property taxes
  • Maintenance costs
  • Insurance

All for an asset that generates zero income.

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Why Bare Land Owners Choose Me

Your Oregon Land Specialist in Salem 35+ Years of Land & Real Estate Expertise

With three generations of Oregon land knowledge a grandfather who served as Oregon’s State Forester in the 1930s, a father who ran a logging company, and 35+ years of my own experience in surveying, construction, and land specialization I understand Oregon land the way most agents never will. I started working Oregon timber at age 12, cruising stands and running property lines through the Coast Range.

Today, as Salem’s Oregon land specialist, I check what other agents skip: EFU zoning restrictions, farm deferral back taxes (which can run $15,000–$50,000 on a 100-acre parcel), Oregon water rights (worth $150,000–$300,000 on 100 irrigated acres), and how Urban Growth Boundary expansion affects land value across Salem and the Willamette Valley. I work closely with each client from bare land evaluation to capital gains tax strategy to 1031 exchange coordination to maximize returns and minimize taxes.

  • Three Generations of Oregon Land Knowledge

    I grew up in a family of foresters and surveyors and started helping my dad manage timber holdings at age 12. My grandfather served as Oregon's State Forester in the 1930s Cronemiller Lake near Corvallis carries our name. I understand EFU zoning, water rights, farm deferral, and rural acreage better than typical real estate agents.

  • 35+ Years as a Licensed General Contractor

    I evaluate land potential, development feasibility, and Urban Growth Boundary impact on property values with a builder's eye. I know what land is truly worth and what it can become.

  • 1031 Exchange & Capital Gains Specialist

    I specialize in helping Oregon land owners avoid capital gains tax through 1031 exchanges — including inherited land with stepped-up basis and land moving through Oregon probate sale. I handle everything: finding replacement properties, coordinating 1031 companies, managing timelines, and ensuring IRS compliance.

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Stop Losing Money on Oregon Bare Land

Get a free land evaluation and see what your property could be earning. No obligation. Just honest analysis from someone with 35+ years of land and real estate experience.

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My Specialized Service

1031 Exchange Oregon Land From Bare Land to Income Property Tax-Free

  • Step 1: Free Land Evaluation

    I assess your Oregon land value per acre and calculate how much you're losing annually to inflation, farm deferral back taxes, and opportunity cost.

  • Step 2: Income Property Analysis

    I show you exactly what income-producing properties you could exchange into and how much they'd generate monthly.

  • Step 3: 1031 Exchange Coordination

    I handle everything: finding properties, coordinating with 1031 exchange companies, managing deadlines, minimizing capital gains tax, and ensuring IRS compliance.

  • Step 4: Smooth Transition

    Within 180 days, you've transitioned from bare land to an asset generating 10-11% annual returns with monthly cash flow.

What Is Your Oregon Land Worth Per Acre? Get a Free Valuation

Get a free, no obligation evaluation of your land’s current value and income potential.

Mark W

Timber Land Owner

"I owned 171 acres that were barely making $38,000 a year. Al helped me exchange it for an income property now earning $225,000 annually. His knowledge of 1031 exchanges saved me over $80,000 in taxes. Life-changing."

Jennifer T

Inherited Land Owner

"My family inherited 200 acres we didn't know what to do with. We were paying $15,000/year in taxes for land generating zero income. Al structured a 1031 exchange into a multi-family property. Now we're earning $12,000/month. Incredible."

David L.

Agricultural Land Owner

"I owned agricultural land leased for minimal income. Al showed me the math—I was losing money every year to inflation. After the 1031 exchange, I'm generating 10X what the lease was paying. Wish I'd done this sooner."

Susie Ross,

Las Vegas

Al Conemiller with MORE Realty in Salem, OR truly goes the extra mile. He spent weeks helping us find the right home, even picking me up daily and honestly explaining the pros and cons of each property.
Al and Wendy made the entire process smooth and stress-free. He feels more like a longtime friend than an agent. Highly recommend!

How Long Does It Take to Sell Land in Oregon? Find Out Free

Find out your land’s true value and income potential. Free evaluation. No obligation. Just honest analysis.

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