Some of the few responses I've read has been of some real bullshit advice, so mine can't be any worse. Rather than try unscrupulous methods to circumvent contractual obligations, try this approach. Talk with the seller and be forthright and honest with him, you could include the agent in the talks. Find out his motivation for selling. It may be possible the seller would be happy with a good down payment and monthly payments. Figure if you can carry the loan for five years, as it may well take that long to make the land productive.
