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The Chesapeake Bay
Region Land
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Why & How

Vision

The Land Group began with founder Benjamin Alder’s desire for deep-rooted understanding of land, conservation, and connections between natural and economic systems. Unlike traditional real estate firms, TLG was built with a focus on land as both a resource and an investment, united by a shared passion for preserving and maximizing the potential of the land. It started with a vision. It started with the land.

 

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Our Estuary

Intention: Meeting the Challenge of Land & Industry

At The Land Group, our mission goes beyond selling land—we’re dedicated to solving real challenges for landowners, agribusinesses, and natural resource stewards in the Chesapeake region. With deep expertise in land use, conservation, and economic forces, we provide strategic solutions for poultry farmers, timberland owners, organic producers, and more. Our intentions and innovations are what help clients navigate the complex realm of land management while preserving the region’s agricultural and natural resources. Along the way, “We Sell Dirt.”

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The Common Thread

Purpose & Mission

Our vision and intention have a common thread—a common relationship between land and agribusiness in the Chesapeake region. Farmers, watermen, and land managers understand that long-term success depends on balancing resource use with conservation. The nature of the job is to adapt, innovate, and work within their communities to ensure sustainability. At The Land Group, we want to cultivate this relationship and provide the expertise to help you navigate it for lasting success.

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Seller Services

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Buyer Services

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Advisory Services

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Congrats to Beth on the successful sale of a poultry farm in Cambridge, MD! 🎉🐓

Beth expertly represented both the seller and the buyer, making this a smooth, well-executed transaction from start to finish. Even more impressive — this marks her second poultry farm deal of 2025.

If you want to work with a seasoned and knowledgeable advisor, give Beth a call! 📱410-463-1755

#thelandgroup #weselldirt #landadvisors #marylandland #poultryfarmsforsale

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We sat down for a chat with Zach Evans of Mountaire Farms on the latest episode of the Chesapeake Dirt podcast! 🎙️

This conversation pulls back the curtain on what it takes to balance production, conservation, and long-term land viability in one of the most agriculturally important regions in the country.

🎧 Head to the link in our bio to listen now!

#thelandgroup #weselldirt #landpodcast #conservation #poultryproduction #nutrientmanagement #poultrycompany #mountairefarms

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This waterfront lodge nestled on the banks of the Transquaking River in Cambridge is now SOLD! 👏🏼

If you’re on the hunt for a similar property, you’re in the right place! Reach out to Jesse for help with your land search. 📧jesse@thelandgroup.us 📲240-674-0845

#thelandgroup #weselldirt #marylandlandforsale #waterfrontlandforsale #blackwaterrefuge #huntingland

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Situated as the last privately owned property on Maple Dam Road before entering Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, this 10.54± acre property lies within thousands of acres of permanently protected public ground, providing unmatched privacy, wildlife presence, and long-term landscape preservation in the heart of Dorchester County.

This property offers a unique opportunity to enjoy legitimate hunting and outdoor recreation from a private home site while being fully immersed within one of Maryland’s most iconic conservation landscapes. 

Reach out to Jesse for more details!
📩 jesse@thelandgroup.us 📱 240-674-0845

#thelandgroup #weselldirt #landforsale #marylandlandforsale #huntingretreatforsale #conservationland #blackwaterwildliferefuge #sikahunting  #waterfowlhunting

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Congratulations to Bobby and his buyer client! 🎉

At TLG we sell dirt... and occasionally that dirt has a house on it! Bobby got this deal to the finish line with the help of Remy Haynes of Mustache Mortgage and Chelsea King of Ridgway Law Group.

Reach out to Bobby for assistance buying or selling land in Maryland and Delaware! 📩 bobby@thelandgroup.us 📱302-542-5724

#thelandgroup #weselldirt #landadvisors #landforsale #marylandlandforsale #delawarelandforsale

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Ben joined Dr. Luke Macaulay, Wildlife Management Specialist at the University of MD Extension, for an in-depth conversation about how a real estate professional can help achieve conservation. 

They explore the unique role that real estate professionals can play in habitat management, the importance of vetting properties for wildlife potential, and the various ways to monetize conservation efforts while maintaining financial viability. The conversation also touches on the challenges posed by sea level rise to coastal properties and the increasing value of outdoor spaces in today's economy.

Click the link in our bio to watch now on Youtube!

#thelandgroup #weselldirt #wildlifeconservation #habitatmanagement #huntingleases #landeconomics

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Congratulations to Ben for successfully closing the sale of this 151± acre timber tract in Parsonsburg. 🙌 Numerous trails with access points from two public roads make for ideal hunting opportunities for whitetail and turkey.

This property sold for approximately $3,100 per acre. Reach out to Ben for a free value analysis to find out what your land is worth in today’s market! 📱443-865-1344

#thelandgroup #weselldirt #justsold #marylandlandforsale #timberlandforsale  #landadvisors #huntinglandforsale

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