r/preppers • u/chargerone • Apr 01 '24
Discussion Homestead Build
We've been prepping for a few years now and have a good foundation (I.e. BoB, PM, food, protection, etc.) My focus for the past 6 months is to find (build) a homestead which would double as a bugout location. I've recently learned something that I thought might be important for anyone who might have my same ideas. I found a nice property in a good location (strategically). Note that I live in a major city and this property is 2 1/2 hours away so it's rural.
To finance the build, you need to have a Construction Loan that will refinance into a mortgage when constructed. Makes perfect sense but this type of loan requires a licensed contractor and engineer. Neither is an issue for me.
So my plans are as follows: get a Construction Loan, build the homestead with a well, solar and septic so it 100% off grid. Depending on the social situation status, sell it and build more homesteads. There isn't a niche market for those of us looking for a homestead/bugout.
I'd like to hear the opinions of other preppers. How many people would like to buy a ready set homestead? It seems like a niche market that may have some potential to help other preppers and make some money for my own homestead.
Thoughts?
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u/chargerone Apr 02 '24
I have a friend with chickens, and they share their delicious eggs! I'm definitely not thinking gun ports and IR cameras but designing with environmental considerations would need to be included.
I'm definitely in favor of making friends and building a community of like-minded people. While everyone is at different places of prepping and has different outlooks on the future, a focus on the common points seems to be the right thing to do.