Today on The Land Academy Show, Steven Jack Butala and Jill DeWit explain why they do not negotiate land or house deals, as well as why this approach actually leads to faster, cleaner closings. They share how setting the price upfront filters out the wrong sellers, attracts serious ones, and gives you total control over your margins. If you are spending hours going back and forth or trying to "sell" someone on your number, this discussion will help you understand the power of firm pricing and how to build a business that runs without haggling.

Forget flipping coins or trusting a hunch? Today on The Land Academy Show, join Steven Jack Butala and Jill DeWit as they break down the difference between data-driven and gut-driven land investing—and why guessing will sink your deals in 2025. They explain how relying on instinct alone can lead to overpaying, missed red flags, and slow deal flow. Through real examples, Steven and Jill show how good data beats good feelings every time, especially in pricing, mailer targeting, and deal vetting. If you’ve ever second-guessed a property or made a decision “because it felt right,” this episode will help you shift from emotion to evidence—and close more confidently.

Is your land deal pipeline looking more like a graveyard than a goldmine? On today’s Land Academy Show, join Steven Jack Butala and Jill DeWit as they unearth the silent killers of real estate success: missed follow-ups, chaotic buyer lists, and poor communication. They’ll reveal how these common pitfalls can quietly destroy your deals and how a simple, effective CRM system can transform your approach. Whether you’re just starting out or aggressively scaling, this episode isn’t just a recommendation—it’s a blueprint for consistent closures and reclaiming your time.

Tired of marketing strategies that promise ease but deliver only headaches? Steven Jack Butala and Jill DeWit from The Land Academy Show are here to expose the truth about neutral letters and open-ended land offers. Jack and Jill explain why these strategies might seem easier or safer but often lead to slower deal flow, unclear pricing, and wasted time. Drawing from real-world results, they compare neutral marketing with blind offers and show why direct pricing still outperforms guesswork in today’s market. If you’re trying to decide how to approach your next campaign, this episode gives you the clarity to pick the method that actually works.

Ever wondered if houses are the missing piece in your land investment puzzle? Today on The Land Academy Show, join Steven Jack Butala and Jill DeWit as they reveal the truth about adding houses to your land business. They share what works, what doesn’t, and what most investors misunderstand about making the leap into residential deals. From marketing and pricing differences to deal flow and system tweaks, Steven and Jill walk through how to make houses a seamless—and profitable—addition to your existing land investment model. If you’re thinking about expanding but unsure where to start, this episode gives you the honest, practical insights you need.

Think cold calling, emailing, or texting is the best way to connect with land and house sellers? Think again. In this episode of The Land Academy Show, Steven Jack Butala and Jill DeWit break down the real-world effectiveness—and legality—of the top outreach methods investors use today. From awkward cold calls and ignored texts to a single strategy that actually works, they cut through the noise to reveal what’s worth your time and what could land you in hot water. If you’ve ever wondered how top land investors consistently close deals, this is the episode you’ve been waiting for.

The real estate landscape is shifting, and if you’re still banking on double closing deals, you need to hear this. Today on The Land Academy Show, join Steven Jack Butala and Jill DeWit as they talk about why the end is near for double closing real estate deals. They explain what’s changed in the market, why this once-popular strategy is losing ground, and what smarter alternatives exist in 2025. If you’ve been counting on using your buyer’s money to close, this episode is a must-listen reality check.

Think chasing land note buyers is the key to quick cash in 2025? Think again. Today on The Land Academy Show, join Steven Jack Butala and Jill DeWit as they talk about the truth behind chasing land note buyers in 2025. They break down what’s changed in the note market, who’s really buying notes today, and why blindly building a buyer list could waste more time than it’s worth. Steven and Jill share what strategies actually work in this environment, when selling notes makes sense—and when it doesn’t—and how to position your deals for the right kind of exit. If you’ve been wondering whether chasing note buyers is still worth it, this episode gives you the honest answer.