February 18, 2026
Common Pitfalls to Avoid When Buying Land in Mississippi in 2026
With millions of rural acres ranging from timber tracts and hunting ground to farmland and potential homesites, Mississippi can look like a straightforward bargain for land buyers. But the purchase process is full of common pitfalls—from unclear boundaries and access issues to zoning limits, flood and drainage concerns, mineral and timber rights, title defects, and misunderstanding soil or utility realities. Buyers who skip due diligence, rely on a seller’s word, or underestimate closing and improvement costs can end up with land that’s hard to use, finance, or resell.
