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Explore hundreds of articles covering topics from land acquisition and site selection to how to find property lines.

    Development

    The Homebuilder’s Land Acquisition Checklist

    A step-by-step land purchase due diligence checklist for homebuilders. Cover title, zoning, utilities, environmental risk, and more, all faster with...

    Buy Land

    How to Buy Land: 7 Steps to Get Started

    Ready to start the land purchase process? Learn how to set your budget, research zoning, run due diligence, and close confidently - step by step.

    GIS & Mapping

    Map Highlight: U.S. Wind Turbines Map

    Explore the US wind turbines map on Acres to find locations, assess wind energy sites, and discover land lease opportunities for developers and...

    Case Study

    Case Study: Acres x Saunders Land

    Discover how Saunders Land transformed their research process with Acres, streamlining market reports and enhancing client support in the competitive...

    Case Study

    Case Study: Acres x Maronda Homes

    See how Maronda Homes uses Acres to streamline land acquisition, reduce diligence time, and enhance internal presentations.

    Data Centers

    8 U.S. Data Center Trends for 2026

    Learn 2026 predictions for the U.S. data center market including power density, liquid cooling, site selection, and more.

    AI for Land

    AI-Powered Land Sourcing & Diligence

    See how Acres AI transforms land sourcing, diligence, and underwriting by connecting comprehensive data for confident decision-making. Explore Acres'...

    Buy Land

    Beginners Guide: What Are Encumbrances?

    Learn what encumbrances are, how they affect land ownership, and why title searches and due diligence matter before closing a land deal.

    Property Rights

    How to Find Property Lines

    Learn how to look up property boundaries using plat maps, when to work with a surveyor, and how to confirm property lines.

    GIS & Mapping

    Map Highlight: Columbus, Ohio Zoning Map

    Discover zoning codes and overlays with Acres’ Columbus Ohio zoning map. Get parcel-level insights and evaluate land potential with confidence.

    GIS & Mapping

    Map Highlight: Miami, FL Zoning Map

    Explore Miami’s zoning map and learn how the Miami 21 code shapes sustainable, mixed-use development. Access parcel-level zoning data with Acres.

    GIS & Mapping

    Map Highlight: Chicago, IL Zoning Map

    Explore the interactive Chicago zoning map on Acres. Access accurate, parcel-level zoning data for smarter land investment, planning, and development.

    GIS & Mapping

    Map Highlight: City of Phoenix, AZ Zoning Map

    Explore the Phoenix zoning map with Acres. Find key insights on zoning classifications and property information for one of the fastest-growing U.S....

    Development

    Home Builder’s Guide to Land Banking

    Learn how land banking helps home builders manage capital, reduce risk, and align construction with market demand through smarter land acquisition.

    Trends

    Acres Farmland Value Index: 2018-2024

    Acres Farmland Value Index tracks Midwest land trends from 2018-2024, providing insights into market performance based on actual transaction data.

    Data Centers

    Top 6 Data Center Trends to Watch in 2025

    Data centers are evolving fast. AI-driven operations, liquid cooling, nuclear-powered sustainability, and edge computing are the trends to watch in...

    GIS & Mapping

    Map Highlight: U.S. Biodiesel Plants Map

    Explore Acres’ national biodiesel plants map to evaluate proximity to production facilities, land use trends, and investment potential.

    GIS & Mapping

    Map Highlight: U.S. Ethanol Plants Map

    Explore U.S. ethanol plants with Acres’ map. Learn how these facilities can influence land values, crop prices, and development.

    GIS & Mapping

    Map Highlight: U.S. Transmission Lines Map

    Explore U.S. transmission lines and see how they affect land use and value. Visualize infrastructure with Acres’ powerful mapping platform.

    GIS & Mapping

    Map Highlight: U.S. Power Substations

    Discover how substation locations influence land value, investment potential, and development. Explore the Acres Substations Map for data-driven...

    GIS & Mapping

    Map Highlight: U.S. Power Plants Map

    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...

    GIS & Mapping

    Georgia Forest Land Protection Act Explained

    The Georgia Forest Land Protection Act offers property tax incentives for landowners in sustainable forestry. Learn if your land qualifies.

    GIS & Mapping

    Map Highlight: Bay County, Florida Zoning Map

    Discover Bay County, Florida's zoning map with Acres.com. Explore zoning laws, classifications, and land use planning to make informed property...

    GIS & Mapping

    Land Values by State

    Explore land values by state, what drives land prices, and where to find the best investment opportunities in real estate.

    GIS & Mapping

    Understanding the Endangered Species Act

    Discover how the Endangered Species Act protects wildlife, impacts landowners, and shapes conservation efforts across the U.S.