The Koerner Office - Business Ideas and Small Business Deep Dives with Entrepreneurs 40 Genius Ways of Making Thousands from Unwanted Land⏐Ep. #258
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Dec 19, 2025 Discover innovative ways to turn unwanted land into cash flow! From renting out raw land for camping and parking to subdividing large parcels for profit, the ideas are endless. Learn about renting storage containers and how mobile homes can add significant value. Explore unique ventures like tree farming, pallet reclamation, and even hosting pop-up restaurants. There’s a treasure trove of opportunities just waiting to be unlocked, proving that creativity and resourcefulness are the keys to monetizing overlooked spaces!
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Leverage USDA Rural Loans
- Use USDA Rural Development loans to buy land with low/no down payment when you plan to build.
- Check eligibility maps, income limits, and allowed building types before applying.
Shed-As-Tiny-Home Playbook
- Buy inexpensive sheds and finish them as rentable tiny homes instead of expensive purpose-built tiny homes.
- Expect payback in a few years by renting for $500–$1,000/month per unit.
Rent Dirt For Camping
- List raw plots for tent camping on peer-to-peer sites like CampSpot and Hipcamp.
- Charge $10–$50/night for basic, no-hookup campsites and optimize listings with photos.