Explore hundreds of articles covering topics from land acquisition and site selection to how to find property lines.
Absorption rate measures how fast available land or lots sell in a given market. Here is what the metric means for homebuilders, and how to calculate...
Building an in-house site selection team makes sense for renewable developers at a specific scale. This guide defines the threshold and what the...
Permitting timeline, more than land cost, now steers where data center construction concentrates. Here is what the permit data shows about where the...
Enterprise data center buyers are really choosing between capital flexibility and long-term site control. This framework breaks down when each model...
How can you get a faster lot yield estimate? See how one homebuilder uses Acres Site Planner to qualify site feasibility in minutes, saving time and...
Price per acre is the most common land metric - and one of the most misread. Learn what it tells you, where it falls short, and what to check...
Zoning trajectory predicts data center land costs before formal rezoning begins. Understand how to read the signal - and what it means for site costs...
Substation proximity is now a primary driver of data center land value. Understand what the signal measures, how it affects pricing, and what to look...
Apply the three-point test to any data center land candidate: power availability, water access, and fiber connectivity. Understand what each test...
Learn how hidden risks in land acquisition cost builders millions. Discover how Acres surfaces environmental blind spots before you commit.
Power scarcity is forcing data center developers to lock up sites years before construction begins. Here is what that deal cycle shift means for site...
Discover how TowerNorth transformed its site research with Acres, enhancing collaboration, decision-making, and efficiency in wireless infrastructure...
Explore four signals every data center site selection team should read before committing capital to a parcel.
As AI outpaces internal systems, land developers are rethinking build vs. buy for software and data systems. Learn how dedicated AI and land data...
Most land marketed as data-center-ready fails real infrastructure tests. Understand the site readiness gap and what it takes for a parcel to...
Raw land and developed land are not interchangeable. This guide covers the key differences in cost, financing, risk, and use to help first-time...
Explore the U.S. biodiesel plants map on Acres to evaluate proximity to production facilities, land use trends, and investment potential nationwide.
Predict community pushback and regulatory hurdles early with sentiment data to avoid permitting delays. De-risk data center site selection with Acres.
Discover how to find property lines for free with Acres, when to hire a surveyor, and when each method is the right choice.
Land investing is one of the most under-allocated asset classes in America. Learn what it is, why investors overlook it, and how to start building a...
Boost your success as a land broker with these 8 networking ideas. Learn how to grow your network, build trust, and connect with clients.
Reveal hidden borrower assets and verify ownership in seconds. See how Acres' AI research helps lenders find undisclosed collateral and map full...
Learn 5 proven land valuation methods from the sales comparison approach to residual land value that buyers and brokers use to price parcels with...
A step-by-step land purchase due diligence checklist for homebuilders. Cover title, zoning, utilities, environmental risk, and more, all faster with...
Learn how to search land for sale by map, filter by location, size, and zoning, and find vacant land listings near you. A step-by-step guide to...
Learn how land teams can bypass traditional bottlenecks and generate realistic lot yields in minutes using Acres Site Planner before calling a site...
Discover how Acres' Site Planner helps land teams run fast lot yields, flag constraints, and qualify sites before investing in formal engineering.
Acres.com joins the NAHB Member Savings Program, offering exclusive discounts on land data tools to help builders navigate complex land markets...
REITs face rising costs and stalled demand in 2025. See how the Acres Home Builder Index provides predictive builder insights to reduce risk and...
Learn how to invest in rural Qualified Opportunity Zones, maximize tax deferrals, and find high-yield land parcels using complete land data and AI.
Discover how land buyers leverage building permit data to identify market trends and make informed acquisition decisions before competition rises.
Discover why switching to a map view when searching for land online reveals parcel boundaries, ownership data, and market context that a list view...
Ready to start the land purchase process? Learn how to set your budget, research zoning, run due diligence, and close confidently - step by step.
Hyperscalers are reshaping demand before public news breaks. See how early land data helps colocation providers move first and plan smarter.
Explore the US wind turbines map on Acres to find locations, assess wind energy sites, and discover land lease opportunities for developers and...
Discover how Saunders Land transformed their research process with Acres, streamlining market reports and enhancing client support in the competitive...
Understand how an AI zoning analysis tool like Acres gives land professionals instant access to parcel zoning data across 150M+ parcels nationwide.
Florida SB 686 creates a fast-track path to convert qualifying agricultural land for development. Learn how it works and who qualifies before 2028.
Learn how Acres Intelligence uses AI to automate land diligence, zoning reports, and market analysis. Read key insights from the webinar.
Discover how collaborative land portfolios streamline retail site selection, eliminate disconnected workflows, and keep development teams aligned.
Navigate community concerns and build smarter with proactive engagement strategies and data-driven insights for successful development projects.
Acres.com unveils Acres Intelligence, the first AI agent for land teams, designed to research sites, analyze data, and build professional reports in...
Learn how top home builders stay ahead by understanding regional variations in land prices, labor costs, market demand, and affordability.
Discover how targeted prospecting for land acquisition saves time and budget by focusing on the right leads with Acres' precision lead lists.
Top 10 highest value land sales in March 2025, featuring prime agricultural properties across the U.S. Explore key details and crop histories.
Identify retail growth corridors before the competition with Acres’ demographics, predictive land data, and residential development signals.
Acres Site Planner turns weeks of lot yield analysis into minutes with custom real-time layouts. Read five key insights from the webinar.
See how Maronda Homes uses Acres to streamline land acquisition, reduce diligence time, and enhance internal presentations.
Win in 2026 retail site selection by disqualifying non-viable sites in seconds. Use Acres Intelligence to say "no" sooner and focus on high-quality...
Learn how to read a FEMA flood zone map for site selection. Understand flood zone designations, what they mean for land development, and how to run a...
Institutional land buying is reshaping U.S. markets. Discover where large land purchases are happening, why pension funds and asset managers are...
Discover how energy providers use Acres Intelligence to identify data center sites, overcome power constraints, and secure premium PPAs ahead of...
Learn how land banking helps home builders manage capital, reduce risk, and align construction with market demand through smarter land acquisition.
Learn how local zoning laws for builders work - strategies to evaluate key factors, navigate variances, and use Acres for smarter decisions.
Discover how sustainable design, renewable energy, and water conservation are redefining the future of AI-powered data centers.
Discover how AI transforms land development—from instant parcel discovery to zoning clarity. Key insights from our recent Acres Intelligence webinar.
Learn how Acres' latest datasets help land acquisition teams move from research to outreach in a single workflow. See a recap of February's live...
Want to know what your land is worth? Learn how to find land value by address using county records, online tools, and real data - step by step.
Skip tracing helps land buyers find owner contact data for parcels with no public listing. Learn when to use it, how it works, and how parcel owner...
Discover the key forces reshaping U.S. data center development in 2026—and the emerging markets rising fast to meet hyperscale demand.
Nationwide civic meeting data combines with parcel-level land data providing visibility into how communities are responding to growth.
Acres introduces new AI capabilities that allow teams to find land and evaluate development feasibility faster and easier than ever.
Discover the free US railroad map on Acres and see how rail proximity affects land value, investment decisions, and development potential.
Find out what encumbrances are in land real estate—liens, easements, deed restrictions—and why title searches matter before closing your land deal.
Discover how to find off-market land development opportunities, identify unlisted properties, and use Acres to gain a strategic edge.
Track hyperscaler land deals before they’re public. The Acres Data Center Index helps developers and investors predict future data center growth and...
Streamline your land acquisition pipeline with a collaborative portfolio for better visibility, planning, and growth across all stages.
Improve energy site selection by screening for high voltage lines, substation headroom, and zoning constraints with complete land data.
Through subsidiary Sidecat LLC, Meta has quietly assembled an 18-parcel portfolio in Licking County since 2017—paying over $1 million per acre in...
Nationwide building permits, skip tracing, traffic volume, and weekly satellite imagery all enhance the site selection process.
Data center site selection in 2026 is harder than ever. Learn how proactive land data helps developers secure power, talent, and prime locations...
Acres.com wins the 2026 HousingWire Tech100 award for its innovative land research platform revolutionizing real estate with data-driven technology.
Avoid overpaying for off-market land. Learn how complete land data helps teams move fast while validating value and reducing risk.
Explore Acres' Renewable Diesel and Biofuels map to locate U.S. production facilities and identify land opportunities in high-growth energy corridors.
Discover how Acres' AI-powered platform is revolutionizing land acquisition at the 2026 NAHB International Builders' Show in Orlando.
Learn why proactive prospecting is essential for maintaining a healthy pipeline in competitive markets.
Discover 5 strategies for sourcing off-market land in 2026 using AI-powered tools and complete land data.
Learn how early infrastructure insights can give builders a competitive edge in land acquisition by predicting future growth corridors and securing...
Where home builders are buying land today, and which counties may be next.
Discover hidden risks in land acquisition and learn how builders can protect their pipeline with real-time market intelligence and competitor...
Site analysis for builders is the key to a competitive edge. Discover location intelligence strategies for smarter project success.
Use Acres mortgage filters to find highly qualified leads fast, streamline outreach, and close more deals with targeted land data.
Discover how school district boundaries can significantly impact residential demand and absorption, and learn how to avoid costly surprises with...
See how land brokers use Acres Pro to value land quickly, deliver defensible valuations, and win more land listings.
Learn how opaque land ownership can derail deals and how the Acres Home Builder Index provides essential visibility for successful land acquisitions.
Discover 2026 predictions for the U.S. data center market including power density, liquid cooling, site selection, workforce shortages, and more.
Toll Brothers turned a retired golf course into a luxury infill development. Here’s how early land acquisition signals revealed the move ahead of...
See how DDK Forestry & Real Estate uses Acres’ interactive embed maps to showcase property listing features. Learn how to attract serious buyers with...
Learn how land contracts work, the pros and cons, and which type might fit your financing needs in 2025.
Turn property reports into full marketing campaigns. Get a 6-step AI workflow with prompt templates to list faster.
Learn how non-residential buyers can disrupt land acquisition strategies and how Acres helps builders stay ahead with comprehensive land data.
Acres.com partners with Park Street Homes to support the national expansion of affordable urban housing with advanced land data.
Track Phoenix’s housing market with Acres Home Builder Index. See builder land acquisitions before development hits headlines or permits are filed.
Discover how Acres portfolio functions as the modern land portfolio utilities need to centralize assets, ensure compliance, and stay audit-ready.
The future grid is built on land data. Discover how complete land research helps utilities find powered land, fix bottlenecks, and reduce risk.
Discover every type of property deed used in land transactions - from general warranty to quitclaim - plus legal requirements and how to modify your...
Leverage AI parcel summaries, asset intelligence, and advanced filters, to identify and secure optimal sites faster.
Discover how comprehensive zoning intelligence can prevent costly surprises in land acquisition and help builders make informed decisions to maximize...
Acres.com announced the addition of more than 100 new recreational map layers, allowing professionals and landowners to use a single map for both...
Learn how to leverage land data to streamline the process of finding and valuing power-ready land with Acres’ Rush Evans.
OpenAI, Oracle, and Vantage develop a $15 billion data center in Wisconsin, expanding on the Stargate Initiative and bringing next-gen AI...
The platform’s new native AI features connect fragmented datasets, making research faster and more accurate.
See how Acres AI transforms land sourcing, diligence, and underwriting by connecting comprehensive data for confident decision-making. Explore Acres'...
Identify critical subsurface risks in land acquisition with Acres. Learn why flood zone status alone isn’t enough for successful development.
Acres has partnered with the Urban Land Institute Northwest Arkansas to strengthen housing and land-use research in one of the nation’s...
Learn how standardized land diligence processes can save builders millions by reducing delays and accelerating growth with Acres.
Learn how land titles and property liens affect ownership, value, and financing and how to identify risks before you close your next deal.
A right of way easement grants someone the legal right to pass through or access a portion of another person's property. Learn how they may affect...
Aligned Data Centers' hyperscale site in rural Ohio exemplifies strategic site selection with built-in energy access, strategic location, and...
Learn the basics of what easements are, how they work, and what you need to know when buying or selling land.
Discover how early land acquisition and real-time market intelligence can help home builders gain a competitive edge in emerging growth corridors.
Explore how owner financing works for land, including its pros and cons, types of agreements, and key considerations for buyers and sellers.
Discover the St. Louis data center zoning changes triggered by the $1.5B Armory project and how Acres can help developers navigate new requirements.
Acres.com partners with Fryar Center to enhance agricultural risk research, providing comprehensive farmland data to support producer strategies and...
Optimize your data center strategy with smart site selection. Avoid costly mistakes, pinpoint power infrastructure, and evaluate natural disaster...
Learn how land mapping and parcel search work online. This step-by-step guide covers property boundaries, ownership lookup, zoning layers, and how to...
Learn the basics of how to price and sell land, whether you’re selling on your own or working with an agent. Discover how to sell land on Acres!
The Acres Home Builder Index helps home service providers secure high-value contracts with builders before permits are filed. Beat competitors to new...
From price to infrastructure, learn how to quickly identify potential build sites for your next data center development.
A land survey clarifies property lines, aids in zoning, prevents disputes, and is vital for buying, selling, or building. Here's how to get one.
Retailers can’t afford to guess where growth is going. The Acres Home Builder Index reveals where to expand—before your competitors even know demand...
Learn how to find build sites for new housing developments using Acres’ mapping and data platform.
Discover the site selection factors behind Amazon's $10B rural North Carolina data center and what it signals for secondary market land investment.
Discover Florida housing development land trends before they happen. Track where builders are buying with the Acres Home Builder Index.
Learn what The Builder’s Daily reveals about builders’ blind spots, and how Acres helps turn risk into strategy.
See how the Acres Home Builder Index gives suppliers a competitive edge with real-time builder data, market signals, and strategic insights you can...
Explore the Orange County zoning map to view detailed parcel-level zoning data. Instantly access Orange County planning and zoning overlays to...
Discover where Raleigh’s housing market is headed. Acres Home Builder Index tracks land acquisitions to reveal tomorrow’s growth corridors.
Discover zoning codes and overlays with Acres’ Columbus Ohio zoning map. Get parcel-level insights and evaluate land potential with confidence.
Explore Miami’s zoning map and learn how the Miami 21 code shapes sustainable, mixed-use development. Access parcel-level zoning data with Acres.
Explore the interactive Chicago zoning map on Acres. Access accurate, parcel-level zoning data for smarter land investment, planning, and development.
Century Communities partners with Acres.com to enhance efficiency and accuracy in nationwide land acquisition using advanced land research tools.
See how the Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger impacts land access, ownership, and real estate opportunities across the U.S.
Learn how to find and close off-market land deals in just 5 steps using Acres. Streamline your land search and outreach with one powerful platform.
Explore the Phoenix zoning map with Acres to find zoning classifications and property data in one of the fastest-growing U.S. cities.
Acres.com announced today that it will provide direct access to its enterprise platform to students competing in the 2026 NAHB Student Competition.
See how the Acres Home Builder Index revolutionizes land acquisition with transparent, accurate, and forward-looking insights for land acquisition...
Discover the top 10 highest value land sales over 40 acres across the U.S. for July 2025, including key details and parcel insights.
Track builder land buys before they break ground. The Acres Home Builder Index helps developers and investors spot future housing growth and act...
Acres has launched the Acres Home Builder Index to help home builders, retail developers, investors, and home service providers understand where...
A generational California ranch sale in the Sierra Foothills—proving well-managed land still moves fast. Discover what drove this deal.
Don't wait for listings. See how Acres’ complete land research tools help you find off-market deals before others do.
Discover who owns U.S. farmland. Explore Acres’ visualization of foreign-owned agricultural land by county and uncover key trends in ownership.
June 2025 land sales: discover the top 10 highest-value US parcels over 40 acres, with key details and Acres parcel insights.
Learn how sustainable site selection is crucial for balancing affordability, resilience, and regulatory compliance in land development.
Farm Credit adopts Acres for improved land data and mapping, enhancing efficiency and decision-making in agricultural lending through Passkey...
Learn why streamlining the permitting process can accelerate housing development, reduce costs, and improve project outcomes.
Explore Acres' property insights to research land like an insider, evaluating historic land use, topography, flood risk, soil maps, and property tax...
OpenAI and Oracle expand Stargate in Abilene, Texas—keeping U.S. data center capacity ahead in the global AI infrastructure race.
Explore the USDA organic map on Acres and locate certified operations across the U.S. to discover market opportunities and land value insights.
Data center growth is gridlocked by interconnection delays. Learn how these bottlenecks impact AI and cloud computing, and explore solutions to power...
Discover how Texas Tech and Fermi's nuclear energy-powered data center, HyperGrid, redefines scale, security, and renewable siting for AI...
Georgia Forestry Association uses Acres.com data in their latest report to analyze evolving forest ownership and land use trends in Georgia.
Streamline site selection with complete land research. See how Acres reduces risks, saves time, and enables confident decision-making for builders.
Discover key factors in evaluating grid stability for data centers, including metrics, regulations, and risks that can impact operational uptime.
See how CoreWeave's $9B Core Scientific deal bolsters their data center portfolio with 1.3 GW capacity and 10 new strategic sites for AI compute.
Discover how builders navigate land scarcity in tight markets by using smart strategies and data-driven tools to uncover buildable opportunities...
Stranded capacity risk in data center development can derail your project. Learn how to uncover real power availability and protect your investment.
Discover how to efficiently locate powered land for data centers by leveraging integrated parcel and power data from Acres for faster, informed...
Discover the top 10 highest value land sales over 40 acres across the U.S. for May 2025, including key details and parcel insights.
Power is the new cornerstone of data center site selection. Discover how energy access is reshaping due diligence in 2025.
The surge in AI workloads is redefining 2025 data center investment. See where the capital is going and why.
Michael Marter of DDK Forestry discusses the future of forestry, property value, and how Acres supports modern land management.
Agricultural Economic Insights researchers, Randy Dickhut and David Widmar, use Acres' data to understand how debt is utilized when purchasing...
Identify and mitigate environmental risks early in the development process to protect your investment and avoid delays. Learn how proactive due...
Equinix's 262-acre acquisition south of Atlanta illustrates strategic land use to overcome grid constraints and meet future AI data center demands.
Explore 2025's top U.S. data center locations and emerging markets driven by AI, investment incentives, renewable energy, and scalable infrastructure.
Learn how infrastructure readiness influences real estate development success, from feasibility to profitability, and discover tools to assess site...
Visualize U.S. electric planning regions. See who manages power and how it impacts infrastructure, land use, and project siting for developers.
Discover the essential components of modern data centers—from AI accelerators to sustainable cooling—that power today’s digital infrastructure.
Learn how to calculate property value for land with online tools, county records, and comparable sales. Find your land value fast with this...
Agricultural Economic Insights (AEI) researchers, Randy Dickhut and David Widmar, are back to explore how often farmland changes hands across the...
Discover the top 10 highest value land sales over 40 acres across the U.S. for April 2025, including key details and parcel insights.
Acres Farmland Value Index tracks Midwest land trends from 2018-2024, providing insights into market performance based on actual transaction data.
AI is fueling massive electricity demand. Can the U.S. electric grid keep up with power-hungry data centers and generative AI growth?
Whitetail Properties partners with Acres.com to enhance land marketing and decision-making with advanced data and tools, benefiting agents and...
Learn the essential concepts behind land acquisition, from reading a land acquisition map to understanding land use and land valuation. Know what...
Data centers are evolving fast. AI-driven operations, liquid cooling, nuclear-powered sustainability, and edge computing are the trends to watch in...
Get ahead of the market. Learn how hyperscaler land data gives private equity firms an early edge in de-risking data center infrastructure...
From property tax to special assessments, learn which land taxes apply—and how smart deductions can help you save.
Emerging markets are the new frontier for data center REITs. Track hyperscaler land moves early to de-risk investments.
Uncover 10 data center statistics that reveal how AI, power demand, and energy solutions are driving the industry forward in 2025.
Acres.com partners with REALSTACK to streamline listings for land brokers, enhancing visibility and efficiency with seamless syndication and powerful...
Explore U.S. ethanol plants with Acres’ map. Learn how these facilities can influence land values, crop prices, and development.
AEI researchers analyze Midwest farmland sales, revealing state-specific trends and market shifts from 2018 to 2024.
The next big data center opportunity won’t come from the news. Track land deals early with Acres and win infrastructure contracts before the market...
Land markets are shifting—and with disruption comes opportunity. Here’s how smart land buyers can use Acres to navigate uncertainty.
Learn how renewable energy projects influence land use, zoning, and property value. See how Acres helps landowners and developers make smarter...
Explore U.S. transmission lines and see how they affect land use and value. Visualize infrastructure with Acres’ powerful mapping platform.
Del Monte Shopping Center sold for over $123M, highlighting the high value of coastal retail real estate. Discover the details behind this landmark...
Discover how substation locations influence land value, investment potential, and development. Explore the Acres Substations Map for data-driven...
Explore power plants across the U.S. with Acres.com’s interactive Power Plants Map. Locate sites, assess land impact, and make informed real estate...
Burlington Stores Inc. enhances its supply chain with a new distribution center in Ellabell, Georgia, boosting regional job creation and economic...
The Georgia Forest Land Protection Act offers property tax incentives for landowners in sustainable forestry. Learn if your land qualifies.
Track battery storage plant locations nationwide and understand their impact on land value with Acres.com’s powerful mapping tools.
Analyze potential sites using comprehensive data, including parcel boundaries, zoning, environmental and infrastructural layers with Acres' Layer...
Discover February 2025's top 10 largest land sales in the U.S., compiled from Acres' up-to-date database.
AEI research challenges the idea that most farmland purchases are debt-free. Discover county-level variability in Illinois debt utilization.
See how Acres can help you discover sub-surface mineral rights’ impact on land ownership, property value, and resource management.
June Lake in Tennessee expands with a $17 million land purchase, offering diverse housing, commercial spaces, and modern amenities.
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