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About Al

Bare Land Specialist | 1031 Exchange Expert | 35+ Years in Land & Real Estate

Family Heritage in Land & Construction Expertise

I grew up in a family of Foresters and Surveyors. Starting at age 12, I helped my dad manage timber holdings during summer vacations. While working in the woods, I learned:

  • How to evaluate timber value
  • Understanding acreage and property boundaries
  • Assessing land potential and usage
  • The reality that bare land alone doesn’t build wealth

By age 14, I was running an antique store out of our barn. I’ve always understood the value of assets and how to make them work.

After spending 35+ years as a General Contractor, I understand:

  • Land development potential
  • Construction feasibility
  • Property valuation
  • What makes land valuable vs. what makes land profitable

The Problem I Saw

Over the decades, I watched folks with valuable assets slowly lose money without realizing it. They’d own 50, 100, 200+ acres, pay taxes every year, and watch their purchasing power erode.

Meanwhile, they could be earning 10-11% annual returns with monthly cash flow.

This is why I specialized in 1031 exchanges for bare land owners.

Stop Losing Money on 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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What I Offer

Specialized Service for Land Owners

Expert guidance backed by decades of construction and real estate experience helping buyers, sellers, and investors make smart, confident moves in the Salem and all Willamette Valley Markets.

My Process

  • Honest Analysis

    I'll tell you if a 1031 exchange makes sense for your situation—or if you should keep the land. My goal is to protect your wealth, not just close deals.

  • Complete 1031 Coordination

    I work with 1031 exchange companies, title companies, and handle all deadlines to ensure IRS compliance and zero tax liability.

  • Ongoing Support

    Even after closing, I'm available to answer questions and help you maximize your new asset.

  • Free Land Evaluation

    I assess your land's current value, potential uses, and what it could generate if exchanged

  • Income Property Search

    I identify 3-5 replacement properties that match your goals: cash flow, appreciation, location preferences, management level.

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!