Common Questions
FAQ’s
Asked by Landowners
After decades in the industry, Southeast Forestlands has heard our fair share of questions about owning timberland, marketing timber, selling timber, hiring a consulting forester, benefits of using a consulting forester, the costs of hiring a forestry consultant, and much more! We get it – your property is your investment and you care about the outcome of your timber sales. We’re here to answer some of the most commonly asked questions about foresters and to explore the ins and outs of timberland ownership in Mississippi.
Do you have timber that you would like to sell but do not know where to turn or whom to ask? Then you need a local Mississippi Consultant Forester. Due to the length of time it takes for hardwood trees to mature, the average landowner only sells timber once in their lifetime. This is bad for you as the landowner in two ways. First, you will have to live with the consequences of the timber sale for the rest of your life, good or bad. Second, unless you sell timber on a regular basis, you as the landowner are not aware of the current market for your timber. Many landowners make the mistake of selling timber by themselves and do not receive the full value of their timber. Southeast Forestlands represents the landowner; not the sawmill or logger, so the landowner’s best interests are served.
No, not at all. In fact, by hiring a consultant forestry company, you are sure to gain the most money for your timber. It is a proven fact that by obtaining professional timber sale administration services, you can expect to increase your revenues by 30-70% How? You will know exactly how much to expect for your timber. Selling on your own often results in sawmills or wood corporations sending out buyers that will take advantage of your lack of knowledge. By obtaining our services, the buyers will realize (and bid accordingly) that you, indeed, know what kind of dollar figure to expect!
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Southeast Forestlands has earned a reputation for honest and transparent contracts, informative timber sales, excellent timber marketing, and reliable forestry services. But don’t take our word for it! If you’re looking to sell timber in Mississippi and would like to increase your profit, ask around for consulting forester referrals and reviews. Other landowners and local forestry organizations will all point in our direction. We are professionally certified and have decades of experience in delivering top dollar for our timber sellers.
The first time we meet with you will be on a site visit to see your timber property, assess its condition, evaluate your timber stand, and discuss your goals. Together, we may decide that a comprehensive Forestry Management Plan is the best place to start in order to reach your objectives. Or perhaps your timber is ready to harvest and you are looking for effective timber marketing and sales assistance. Whatever your need or goal, we can evaluate your needs and recommend appropriate services. With our suggested plan, you will also receive an estimate of the costs and potential benefits so that you can make fully informed decisions.
For answers to all other timberland, timber marketing and sales, forestry management plan, and consulting forester questions, we’re only a call away!
