... handling the details, so that you can enjoy the benefits.
What geographic area do you cover ?
Usually... Durham, Orange, Chatham and Alamance counties. If your land is in another part of the state we may be able to help you, or put you in touch with a reputable forester local in that area.
Is there state or federal assistance money available for your services ?
In some cases, yes. There is an active Stewardship Forest program in North Carolina which will offset some or all of the costs of having your forest managment plan written. In return, you pledge to manage your forest for multiple benefits, including wildlife and water quality, but these requirements make good sense anyhow.
Information about the program is available HERE.
Do you buy standing timber?
No. Consulting Foresters work for you to get the best price for your timber, while insuring that your property is well cared for before, during and after a sale.
Someone cut trees on my land. What can I do?
Foresters can do what is called a “Stump Cruise” to determine the approximate stumpage value of the trees that were taken. North Carolina law allows for triple value in restitution for the trespass. If the trees were a part of your residential landscape, however, a completely different method is used which may place several thousand dollars' value on each tree.
What is Present Use Valuation, or Current Use Taxation?
In North Carolina, private landowners that use their land for agriculture, forestry, or horticulture may qualify for a tax rate that is much lower than the tax rate for residential land. The difference in tax rates varies by county and may change after periodic assessment, but could be a significant benefit for something that you are already doing. To qualify, you need to have owned your land for 4 years.
