land agent
A "land agent" is a professional who manages, negotiates, or oversees land-related transactions and affairs, often in specialized contexts such as estates, real estate, and resource extraction.
Definition
C1Estate Management
(chiefly UK, historical)A professional responsible for managing the business affairs of a large estate, including supervising laborers and collecting rents.
Example
- The land agent ensured that the estate's tenants paid their rents on time.
- In the 19th century, a land agent was essential for the smooth running of large estates.
B2Real Estate
(UK, US, Australia)A real estate broker specializing in the buying and selling of farms or undeveloped land.
Example
- She consulted a land agent to find the perfect plot for her new farm.
- The land agent helped them navigate the complexities of purchasing rural property.
C1Oil and Mining Industry
(US, Canada)An employee who negotiates with landowners for rights to extract minerals or oil from their property.
Example
- The land agent secured the rights for the company to drill on the property.
- Negotiations with the land agent were crucial for the new mining project.
C1Government
(Canada)A government official responsible for managing public lands and guiding individuals through purchasing or leasing crown land.
Example
- The land agent assisted in the process of leasing crown land for agricultural use.
- They contacted the land agent to inquire about available public lands.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "land agent":
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