How to make money from land in Maine | Ask a Realtor

How to Generate Income in Maine from Owning Land | Smart Strategies for Landowners

Own land in Maine or thinking about buying some? In this episode, we’re diving into the many ways you can turn your property into a source of real income. From farming and forestry to solar leases, subdividing, and even agritourism, Maine offers a ton of creative (and profitable) options for landowners.

📍 Here's what we cover:

• Profitable crops and livestock that thrive in Maine's climate
  
   
• How to responsibly manage timber and explore non-timber forest products
  
   
• Earning passive income through hunting leases, farming agreements, and RV sites
  
   
• Tax-saving programs like the Farmland and Tree Growth classifications
  
   
• How to subdivide your land to maximize resale value
  
   
• Why renewable energy developers are looking for land like yours
  
   
• Agritourism ideas like farm stays, pick-your-own operations, and workshops
  
   
• Conservation easements that provide both income and land preservation
  
   

Whether you already own land or you're planning to invest, this video gives you practical steps to make the most of it.

📞 If you Make Maine Your Home, you don’t have to do it alone. Reach out anytime—I’d love to help you explore the possibilities.

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👋 I'm Doug Schauf, a local Realtor with RE/MAX Oceanside. My team helps people buy and sell homes all over Southern Maine—and if you want to Make Maine Your Home, you don’t have to do it alone.

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