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Purchasing Land (with Water Rights)

September 10, 2024 (2 min read)

The value of water has risen in the U.S. especially in areas where droughts have become more prevalent. Though water rights can be transferred between entities, there are restrictions, limitations, and federal approval required. Read this article regarding a lawsuit against the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation for its approval of a $21 million water sale contract between a private property owner selling water rights to a Phoenix suburban town.

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