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The shape of the land will play almost as major of a role as location in your property search. A beautiful property in a great location may be almost unusable because of poor topography. But a property in a seemingly marginal location may turn out to be remarkably well-suited, if the land lays well. Flat Land Properties A flat property will generally be easiest to work with, with minimal work needed to...

Have you heard about The American Redoubt, but don't know where to start? Despite what some sensationalistic journalists have suggested, it's not an anti-government conspiracy. The American Redoubt is nothing more that a decentralized migration of ordinary families and individuals seeking liberty and opportunity in America's inland northwest. As Wikipedia defines it: The American Redoubt is a...

Everyone know that real estate is all about "Location, location, location." But if you want to get away from it all, you may need to start thinking "Access, access, access!" No matter how well prepared your retreat, there's going to be a time where you need to get to civilization--for work, groceries, or just because of cabin fever. If your personal preference (and that of everyone in your family) is...

Define your Goals First, take the time to define your goals and needs for your homestead. Relocation can be a daunting process, as the possibilities and choices may seem limitless. Searching for, evaluating, and purchasing a property becomes vastly simpler once you have a clearly defined vision. This will allow you to more easily filter out the properties that are not a good fit for you, and identify the...

Not everyone looking for a more secure home wants a proerpty that's truly "in the middle of nowhere." For many individuals We've identified these cities as likely targets for those that require access to many "big city" amenities, but are looking to relocate out of the major coastal metro areas. Many of these smaller cities still offer possibilities for: Work in tech, finance, health, and other...

There may be nothing more critical for survival than a good water source. In the Dark Ages (and throughout history) the most famed "impenetrable" fortresses all shared one feature in common: a abundant and secure source of water. With their own water supply combined with strong defenses and sufficient stores of food, the defenders could hold out indefinitely. We may not live in the age of castles, but...

Looking for that ideal off-grid home? There are a number of ways to find an off-grid property for sale. These homes are not your typical cookie-cutter tract homes, so you will have to be a little more creative! Here are some great options for your search: Survival Realty SurvivalRealty.com is an online marketplace exclusively featuring rural, off-grid and self-sufficient properties. These listings...

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Getting away from it all! The coronavirus pandemic has generated a surge of interest in rural living and particularly in “survival retreat” properties. Many individuals are considering relocation for their families' health and safety. The widespread experiences of bare grocery store shelves and statewide shut-downs have caused many people to reconsider their way of life. While daydreams of escaping...

We interview James Wesley, Rawles, author of How To Survive the End of the World as We Know It, and expert on survival topics on the details of choosing a survival or homestead property in Oregon. Oregon has a legacy dating back to pioneer days, with the Oregon Trail, and a long history of ranching, farming, and homesteading. This made it a destination for people moving west in the 1800s. How does it...