What this due-diligence check covers
Investigate game laws and licenses separately from ownership. Check whether leases, outfitter agreements or third-party rights remain in place.
Walk boundaries and access under different weather conditions.
Why it matters before closing
A scenic tract can disappoint when public access, neighboring pressure, seasonal roads, timber activity or water limitations are discovered later.
What to verify
- Verify year-round legal access.
- Confirm boundaries and neighboring public land.
- Review hunting leases and reserved rights.
- Evaluate water, habitat and management cost.
Red flags that deserve follow-up
- Access depends on seasonal permission.
- Unmarked boundaries near public land.
- Existing hunting lease extends after closing.
- Road becomes impassable during hunting season weather.
Evidence to keep in the parcel file
- Survey or boundary evidence
- Access documents
- Lease and reservation review
- Habitat and management plan
Questions to ask before the deadline
- Are hunting or recreational rights leased?
- Can the property be reached year-round?
- Where are the true boundaries?
- What public access exists nearby?
- What management and liability costs apply?