Who is Alexandra Odom's broker?
Alexandra Odom is a licensed South Dakota real estate salesperson with Christians Team, brokered by Real Broker, LLC. Christians Team is a team of licensees affiliated with Real Broker, LLC and does not operate as an independent brokerage.
What areas of the Black Hills does Alexandra serve?
Custer, Fall River, Pennington and Lawrence counties in western South Dakota. That covers Custer, Hot Springs, Hill City, Keystone, Rapid City, Spearfish and the country in between, including acreage, ranch and hunting land.
Who is Madison, and is she a real person?
Madison is Alex's assistant, and she is AI. She is not a licensed agent and she does not pretend to be one. Text (605) 646-9503 any hour. It gets to Alex, and she follows up personally. Real estate brokerage questions go to Alex. Financing goes to a lender, and title or legal questions to a title professional or attorney. Madison will connect you with the right person.
Why are there two numbers?
Call (605) 608-9099 to reach Alex. Text (605) 646-9503 to reach Madison, any hour. Madison captures what you need so nothing sits in a voicemail overnight, and it lands with Alex. Both get to Alex.
Does South Dakota have a state income tax?
No. South Dakota has no state individual income tax. That is one of the most common reasons buyers from higher-tax states start looking here. Property tax is a separate conversation, and it varies by county. Do not treat a national ranking as a tax bill.
Do I need an attorney to close on a home in South Dakota?
No. South Dakota closings are handled by a title company rather than requiring an attorney at the table. You are welcome to have one, and for complicated land or estate situations it can be worth it.
What should I check before buying rural land in the Black Hills?
Road access and whether it is deeded or an easement across someone else's ground. Well and septic, including depth, flow and service history. Water rights and mineral rights. Year-round access, because a driveway that works in July can close in February. And an insurance quote before you are under contract, because wildfire history affects what is available and what it costs.
Are zero-down loans available in the Black Hills?
USDA Rural Development loans exist for eligible properties and eligible buyers, and much of western South Dakota falls inside eligible areas. Whether you qualify, and what it would cost, is a question for a lender. Alex can introduce you to one she works with.
How long does a typical South Dakota closing take?
Usually 30 to 45 days from an accepted offer. Inspection periods are commonly around ten days, and earnest money is commonly one to two percent of the purchase price. Land and rural transactions can run longer if a survey, well test or access question comes up.
Does Alexandra speak German?
Yes. Alexandra Odom is fluent in English and German. Sprechen Sie Deutsch? Kein Problem. There is a German page on this site, and Madison will take a message in either language.
How fast will somebody actually get back to me?
Immediately. Madison answers the moment you reach out, at any hour, so your question is captured and your details are in Alex's hands right away. Alex follows up personally, usually the same day. You can call (605) 608-9099 or text (605) 646-9503 directly.
Not on the list? Ask Madison any hour, call Alex at (605) 608-9099, or text Madison at (605) 646-9503.
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Fill this in and it lands with Alex directly. She follows up personally, usually the same day. If you would rather just talk, call Alex at (605) 608-9099, text Madison at (605) 646-9503, or ask Madison anything, any hour.
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Alex has your details and will reach out personally, usually the same day.
In a hurry? Call Alex at (605) 608-9099 or text Madison at (605) 646-9503.