FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 

What is Landmark Properties, LLC?

Landmark Properties, LLC is a real estate holding company.  We purchase raw land and various other types of real estate across the State of Michigan and find new owners for these properties.  All of the properties start at EXTREMELY LOW PRICES.  If you would like to show interest in a particular property was have for sale, do so immediately.  These properties are typically sold in a matter of weeks, if not days.
Seller Financing will be offered on most of our properties with no qualifying. Of the properties sold on our website, 10% of the purchase price will be required as a down payment, paid in cash, immediately following the sale of each property.

Should I visit the property before buying?

YES, we strongly recommend that you inspect the property before buying. You should also check with the county on the zoning and approved uses of the property. Particularly, the County Planning and Zoning Department will also be able to tell you about the current and future development plans for the area. While we will do our best to tell you everything we know about each property, nothing replaces the value of doing your own research and due diligence.

Who owns the properties being sold on the Landmark Properties, LLC website?

All properties sold through the Landmarkhq.com, are fully owned (FREE AND CLEAR) by Landmark Properties, LLC and other approved sellers, all of whom are available to answer questions about their properties.  Landmark Properties, LLC is not a real estate brokerage firm, but the market place and brand name through which these properties are being sold.

How do the sellers acquire their properties?

Contrary to other land sellers, the sellers only purchase properties from private parties and DO NOT engage in purchasing through tax sales or foreclosure sales. The majority of these properties are bought with WARRANTY DEEDS (as opposed to Quit Claim Deeds or Tax Deeds which are often hard to get title insurance for). Once purchased, it is their goal to pass these bargains along to you through our wholesale program. 

Are the mineral rights guaranteed for the properties?

The sellers make no guarantees concerning mineral rights or the lack thereof. If the Seller is aware of the lack of mineral rights, disclosure will be made in the disclosure statement of each of the properties. However, buyers should do their own research to find out if the property has mineral rights or lack thereof.

Are there any liens on the properties?

Every property listed on this website is either owned directly by our company or by an approved seller in our network.  Every seller (including Landmark Properties, LLC) has completed their due diligence when purchasing these properties, and we recommend that you do the same .  While you can be reasonably certain that the title is clear and free of liens, Landmark Properties, LLC makes no guarantees as to the title of the property.  As with any real estate purchase, it is important that you do your own research before completing the transaction. We recommend that our buyers obtain a title insurance policy or at least conduct a title search on the property.

What fees do you charge in addition to the purchase price?

There is a one time non-refundable document processing fee of $199.00 for each property purchased over $1,000. For properties purchased at $999 or less, the document processing fee is $99.  This fee covers the preparation of the deed, property transfer affidavit and all document recording fees at the Country level.  For properties purchased on land contract, there is a monthly loan servicing fee of $15.00 included as part of the monthly payment.

If I choose to purchase a property, at what point is the property considered “sold” to me?

There are a few processes that must be completed before a property is considered “sold”:

1. Landmark Properties, LLC must be in receipt of the total purchase price OR a signed land contract along with the initial down payment for the property.

2. Landmark Properties, LLC must be in receipt of a completed Purchase Agreement along with a signed & initialed Purchaser Disclosure Acknowledgment.

If you would like to purchase one of our properties, simply call or email our office.  We will walk you through this process and assist you in getting the above steps completed.

What form of payment do you accept for the initial down payment and the monthly payments?

For land contract purchases, the initial down payment must be made in the form of Cash, Cashier’s Checks, Money Orders or Paypal. The subsequent monthly installment payments can be made using personal checks or any of the previously stated forms of payments (including PayPal for all customers).

What form of payment do you accept if I pay for the property in full?

For cash sales, we will accept Cash, Cashier’s Checks, Money Orders or Paypal.  Once the funds have cleared with our bank we will then issue a Quit Claim Deed for the property within 30 business days.

Can I make a larger down payment?

Yes, giving a larger down payment amount is acceptable and encouraged. Just let us know what amount (minimum 10%) you’d like to put down and we will accommodate the contract for this. Of course you can also make additional monthly payments on the principal of the loan without incurring any pre-payment fees or penalties.

If I want to make a larger down payment how does this affect the loan?

If the dollar amount for the down payment is larger than what is required, the principal balance of the loan will be reduced.  The length and monthly payment amount will stay the same.

Do I need to qualify for financing?  How does this work?

NO, you do not need to qualify for financing.  Our company’s mission is to make property ownership affordable for as many people as possible. Therefore, there are no formal qualifications to purchase with seller financing.  The only factor that will disqualify a buyer from obtaining financing is if they have an outstanding IRS lien against them.  Otherwise, you can assume that you are approved for seller financing!

How Long can I finance the property?

The length of the loan (time to pay-off) depends on the purchase price.  The following rules will apply:

If the sale price is:
$1 - $1,000 Must be paid in full at time of purchase (on date of sale)
$1,001 - $4,999 Can be financed for up to 3 years (= 36 months)
$5,000 - $9,999 Can be financed for up to 5 years (= 60 months)
$10,000 - $19,999 Can be financed for up to 8 years (= 96 months)
$20,000 - $29,999   Can be financed for up to 10 years (= 120 months)
$30,000 - $39,999 Can be financed for up to 12 years (= 144 months)
$40,000 - $59,999 Can be financed for up to 14 years (= 168 months)
$60,000 + Can be financed for up to 15 years (= 180 months)

How low can I expect my monthly payment to be?

All monthly payment amounts are calculated by taking into consideration a 10% down payment at the day of the sale.  With this in mind, your expected monthly payment will be in the following approximate range:

If the winning bid is:
$1-$1,000 Sale price must be paid in full at time of purchase (on or before date of sale)
$1,001-$4,999 The monthly payment will be in the range of $60.00 to $163.66
$5,000-$9,999 The monthly payment will be in the range of $108.73 to $217.40
$10,000-$19,999 The monthly payment will be in the range of $157.08 to $314.15
$20,000-$29,999 The monthly payment will be in the range of $275.44 to $413..24
$30,000-$39,999 The monthly payment will be $376.07 to $501.41
$40,000-$59,999 The monthly payment will be in the range of $467.62 to $701.42
$60,000 The monthly payment will be in the range of $681.96 to $852.04

(Note: Additional monthly fees may apply to cover the cost of ongoing Property Taxes an/or POA dues - if applicable)

Can I buy more than one property?

Yes, you can buy as many properties as you want. However, if you purchase more than three properties directly from our company, we will require that all properties starting with the fourth are paid in full the day of the sale.

Is there any penalty for paying off a property early?

No. You can payoff your property at any time with no pre-payment penalty whatsoever. Just call our office and we will let you know your payoff amount.

What kind of Contract will I be signing when purchasing a property?

When purchasing a property outright, you will be required to sign Sale Agreement which lays out all the terms of the transaction.  When purchasing a property with Seller Financing, you will be required to sign a Land Contract, which lays out all the terms of the transaction including the sale price, down payment, monthly payments, interest rate, cost of loan, and all the details common in such a document. The Buyer will also be required to sign a Purchaser Disclosure Acknowledgment and a Property Transfer Affidavit.  Once these documents have been signed, we will send in the deed for recording and the transaction will be complete.

What are the benefits of purchasing a property with Seller Financing (Land Contract)?

Seller Financing is advantageous for:

- Buyers who are short on cash and cannot come up with the full purchase price
- Buyers who would rather use their cash for other immediate obligations
- Buyers who have a lower credit score and cannot obtain financing elsewhere
- Buyers who would prefer making one monthly payment (as opposed to paying property taxes, POA dues, property insurance, etc) 

Once a Land Contract is paid off, what kind of Deed do you convey the property with?

Once a property purchased through the Landmark Properties, LLC is paid off, transfer of title occurs exclusively using a Quit Claim Deed. 

When do I get the Deed to my property?

Once you pay for a property in full, your title to the property will be conveyed via Quit Claim Deed within thirty (30) business days. If a loan was paid off, the Loan Servicing agency will inform the seller of such pay-off. In case of a cash sale, loan servicing agency will inform the seller that a cash sale has occurred. In both cases, the seller commits to signing all paperwork necessary to transfer ownership and deliver a Quit Claim Deed to the recorder/clerk of the county the property is located. In addition you will receive copies of the notarized deed via mail so you can have proof that the seller has issued the deed to you. After the recording of the original Warranty deed is completed, the county recorder/clerk will then return it directly to you. Depending on the County it may take 4-14 weeks (depending on the county) for the county recorder/clerk to mail the recorded deed back to you.

Who do I contact if I have questions about a specific property?

If your questions cannot be answered through our TERMS & CONDITIONS or through the property details on the listing page, please don’t hesitate to call our office at 616-328-6095.

How do I find the property when doing my research?

Here are 2 scenarios helpful in finding the properties of your choice:

1. The property has a Street address.
If this is the case finding the property is very simple. Go online to http://maps.google.com or http://maps.yahoo.com and enter the street name and the city/town name. If available, enter the zip code and the approximate property location will appear. You will be able to zoom in or out at your convenience until you can clearly tell where the property is located relative to its surroundings. Once you identify the approximate location of the property you can then compare the detailed view of the property location with the plat map (pictured on all of our property listings.  If you have trouble referencing the plat map, email our office and we will send you a map with higher resolution.

2. If the property is in an area with no street signs.
In this case, we recommend you call or email our office for detailed directions.  We will give you step by step directions on how to access the property direction from wherever you are in the world.
Understanding the Parcel number system.

General Questions:

Q. I have a loan with you, where do I send my payment?

A. Please sent your monthly loan payment to: 5355 Northland Dr. NE, Suite 132, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Q. Who do I write the check to?

A. Landmark Properties, LLC

Q. I received a tax bill from the county, what should I do?

A. If we service your loan,  just send your tax bill to: 5355 Northland Dr. NE, Suite 132, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 and we will pay it.

Q. Are there any penalties for paying off my loan early?

A. There are no penalties for paying your loan off early.

Q. How much are late fees?

A. Late fees are $25.00 each month.  Fees will be charged if full payment is not received by the 15th of each month.