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The Land Academy Story

If We Can Do It, You Can Too

Discover how Jill DeWit and Steven Jack Butala built a multi-million dollar land business from a cramped townhouse — and created the system that lets couples buy and flip vacant land from anywhere with a laptop and a signal.

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The Land Academy Story
If We Can Do It, You Can Too
By Jill DeWit
Co-founder of Land Academy
Jill DeWit
Jill DeWit
Author & Co-founder
16,000+
Transactions Closed
100%
Desk-Based Business
25¢
On the Dollar Buying
$0
Own Capital Needed
Inside the Book

Everything You Need to Start
Flipping Land From Your Desk

This isn't theory from a classroom. It's a battle-tested playbook forged over 16,000 deals, multiple recessions, and one very memorable argument at a dining room table in Scottsdale.

🎯

The Jack & Jill Model

The proven division-of-labor framework that turns partners into a high-performance land business — without killing the relationship.

⚙️

The 6-Step Engine

The exact system for finding, buying, and selling vacant land at 25% of retail value — from county selection to closing day.

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How to "Jillify" Any Deal

Scripts, frameworks, and the 3-Minute Seller Qualifier that turns nervous beginners into confident deal-closers on the phone.

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Start with Zero Capital

How to get 100% deal funding through profit-sharing partnerships — so a thin bank account never kills a great opportunity.

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High-Margin Freedom

Why doing fewer, bigger deals gives you more money and more time — and the math behind trading volume for margin.

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Work from Anywhere

How to structure a 100% remote land business you can run from an RV, a boat, or your kitchen table.

About the Author

Written by Jill.
Jack Approved It.
(Eventually.)

This is Jill's version of the story. Jack has his own version. His version has more spreadsheets and fewer feelings. You're reading the right one.

Author — The Jill Role — Sales & Acquisitions

Jill DeWit

Co-founder of Land Academy

A natural on the phone with a background in recruiting and sales, Jill is the voice of every deal. She built her career by treating sellers like neighbors, not transactions — and she coaches members to do the same. She also wrote this book, managed the relationship while doing it, and still answered seller calls.

Supporting Cast — The Jack Role — Data & Systems

Steven Jack Butala

Co-founder of Land Academy

An accountant-turned-startup-founder who lives inside spreadsheets, Jack built the data engine that identifies where profit hides. He's the architect behind every county selection, pricing model, and mailer campaign. He did not write this book, but he did fact-check the deal numbers. Twice.

Chapter by Chapter

What's Inside the eBook

25 pages of zero-fluff strategy, real stories, and ready-to-use checklists — no filler, no pitch decks, just the playbook.

01

The Rules of the Road

The "Stay in Your Lane" framework, the 5:01pm Blackout rule, and how to stop being coworkers who share a bed.

02

The 6-Step Engine

County selection, data scrubbing, blind offers, the "Jillify" call, due diligence, and the flip — mapped end to end.

03

Trading Volume for High-Margin Freedom

Why 100 small deals is a trap and how one investor went from drowning in paperwork to working part-time.

04

The Art of the Deal (How to Jillify It)

Phone scripts, the 3-Minute Seller Qualifier, handling angry callers, and the "Uncle Rule" for closing.

05

Start with Nothing (But Each Other)

How LandFunding.com eliminates the capital barrier with 100% deal funding and profit-sharing.

06

The Reality of "Jack and Jill"

Honest talk about friction, the "Always-On" trap, and why the lifestyle payoff makes all of it worth it.

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Bonus: Stay in Your Lane Checklist

A printable, tongue-in-cheek diagnostic for couples who need to check themselves before they wreck the deal.

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Bonus: Your Land Academy Toolkit

Every tool Jack and Jill use daily — from ParcelFact to the Land Academy Podcast.

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We didn't just build Land Academy to do more deals. We built it to help other couples find the same freedom we have. You have the data, the scripts, and the funding. The only thing left is to decide what your dream lifestyle looks like.

Jill DeWit — Co-founder, Land Academy
From the Community

Real People. Real Freedom.

The eBook features stories from Land Academy members who took the same playbook and built their own version of the dream.

Side Hustle to Full-Time

Aaron & Liz English

Split roles as a team — Aaron on data and marketing, Liz on sales — and transitioned from small terms deals to high-value cash transactions while Liz pursues teaching yoga.

$1.5M Single Deal

Christine McManus

Scaled from basics to targeting high-value properties most investors overlook. Closed a single deal that generated a seven-figure profit using the 6-Step Engine.

160+ Deals to High-Dollar

Michelle Bridger

Pivoted from high-volume terms deals to large cash transactions by refining her systems and rapport-building strategies — proof that even veterans level up.

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Build the Lifestyle.

Download the free eBook and learn the exact system behind 16,000+ land transactions — whether you're a couple, a duo, or flying solo.

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No need to hire staff - we did it for you.

Land Academy PRO is the brainchild of founders Steven Jack Butala and Jill DeWit. Designed at the request of Land Academy members who are ready for a higher level, we’re excited to continue to provide the tools and support needed by professional investors.

Each level comes with a preset amount of included data, Concierge Mail service, and postage. For example, the Green level includes 6,000 units of completed-for-you mail completely out the door at no extra cost to you.

All levels include a PatLive introduction and preset script (we will set up your phone answering for you), use of Land Academy’s personal Transaction Team to manage your deal flow, an AirTable (CRM) base setup managed by our (and your!) Transaction Coordinator, personal consulting, regular office hours, and includes your Land Academy subscription cost.

If you’re making this a business, Land Academy PRO takes the work off of your plate so you can focus on the things that matter – like running your business.

Green

$11,066

per Month

Silver

$16,049

per Month

Gold

$21,032

per Month

Platinum

$26,015

per Month

Black

$30,998

per Month
Concierge Data+ (with data) Included mailers each month (data + concierge + mailer + postage). Our team will do your data for it and get it out the door.
6,000 mailers 9,000 mailers 12,000 mailers 15,000 mailers 18,000 mailers
PatLive introduction at no cost We will help you establish your first script and get PatLive set up on your behalf to answer your phones.
$500 value $500 value $500 value $500 value $500 value
Transaction Coordinator Use of our personal Transaction Coordinator team to manage your deals. Trained and ready to go!
$7,500 value $7,500 value $7,500 value $7,500 value $7,500 value
AirTable Ready-for-you CRM managed by your personal Land Academy Pro Transaction Coordinator
$100 value $100 value $100 value $100 value $100 value
Personal Consulting 1 on 1 personal consulting with our Transaction Coordinator each week.
- - $1,000 value $1,000 value $1,000 value
Regular Office Hours Regular office hours with Jack and Jill + our staff. Private for LA Pro Members Only. (Think Career Path Office Hours)
$2,500 value $2,500 value $2,500 value $2,500 value $2,500 value
ParcelFact ParcelFact is included in your LA Pro membership with unlimited pulls.
$150 value $150 value $150 value $150 value $150 value
FREE Career Path Access
$23,000 value $23,000 value $23,000 value $23,000 value $23,000 value
Land Academy No more separate charges - Land Academy is included with LA Pro Membership. This includes all education, tools, support, and future releases.
$300 value $300 value $300 value $300 value $300 value
Subtotal: $8,550 value $8,550 value $9,550 value $12,050 value $12,050 value
Mail Value: $7,500 value $11,250 value $15,000 value $18,750 value $22,500 value
Total Value: $39,050 $42,800 $47,550 $53,800 $57,550
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Green

$10,060

per Month
Concierge Data+ (with data) Included mailers each month (data + concierge + mailer + postage). Our team will do your data for it and get it out the door.
6,000 mailers
PatLive introduction at no cost We will help you establish your first script and get PatLive set up on your behalf to answer your phones.
$500 value
Transaction Coordinator Use of our personal Transaction Coordinator team to manage your deals. Trained and ready to go!
$7,500 value
AirTable Ready-for-you CRM managed by your personal Land Academy Pro Transaction Coordinator
$100 value
Personal Consulting 1 on 1 personal consulting with our Transaction Coordinator each week.
-
Regular Office Hours Regular office hours with Jack and Jill + our staff. Private for LA Pro Members Only. (Think Career Path Office Hours)
$2,500 value
ParcelFact ParcelFact is included in your LA Pro membership with unlimited pulls.
$150 value
FREE Career Path Access
$23,000 value
Land Academy No more separate charges - Land Academy is included with LA Pro Membership. This includes all education, tools, support, and future releases.
$300 value
Subtotal: $8,550 value
Mail Value: $7,500 value
Total Value: $39,050
Apply Now

Silver

$14,590

per Month
Concierge Data+ (with data) Included mailers each month (data + concierge + mailer + postage). Our team will do your data for it and get it out the door.
9,000 mailers
PatLive introduction at no cost We will help you establish your first script and get PatLive set up on your behalf to answer your phones.
$500 value
Transaction Coordinator Use of our personal Transaction Coordinator team to manage your deals. Trained and ready to go!
$7,500 value
AirTable Ready-for-you CRM managed by your personal Land Academy Pro Transaction Coordinator
$100 value
Personal Consulting 1 on 1 personal consulting with our Transaction Coordinator each week.
-
Regular Office Hours Regular office hours with Jack and Jill + our staff. Private for LA Pro Members Only. (Think Career Path Office Hours)
$2,500 value
ParcelFact ParcelFact is included in your LA Pro membership with unlimited pulls.
$150 value
FREE Career Path Access
$23,000 value
Land Academy No more separate charges - Land Academy is included with LA Pro Membership. This includes all education, tools, support, and future releases.
$300 value
Subtotal: $8,550 value
Mail Value: $11,250 value
Total Value: $42,800
Apply Now

Gold

$19,120

per Month
Concierge Data+ (with data) Included mailers each month (data + concierge + mailer + postage). Our team will do your data for it and get it out the door.
12,000 mailers
PatLive introduction at no cost We will help you establish your first script and get PatLive set up on your behalf to answer your phones.
$500 value
Transaction Coordinator Use of our personal Transaction Coordinator team to manage your deals. Trained and ready to go!
$7,500 value
AirTable Ready-for-you CRM managed by your personal Land Academy Pro Transaction Coordinator
$100 value
Personal Consulting 1 on 1 personal consulting with our Transaction Coordinator each week.
$1,000 value
Regular Office Hours Regular office hours with Jack and Jill + our staff. Private for LA Pro Members Only. (Think Career Path Office Hours)
$2,500 value
ParcelFact ParcelFact is included in your LA Pro membership with unlimited pulls.
$150 value
FREE Career Path Access
$23,000 value
Land Academy No more separate charges - Land Academy is included with LA Pro Membership. This includes all education, tools, support, and future releases.
$300 value
Subtotal: $9,550 value
Mail Value: $15,000 value
Total Value: $47,550
Apply Now

Platinum

$23,650

per Month
Concierge Data+ (with data) Included mailers each month (data + concierge + mailer + postage). Our team will do your data for it and get it out the door.
15,000 mailers
PatLive introduction at no cost We will help you establish your first script and get PatLive set up on your behalf to answer your phones.
$500 value
Transaction Coordinator Use of our personal Transaction Coordinator team to manage your deals. Trained and ready to go!
$7,500 value
AirTable Ready-for-you CRM managed by your personal Land Academy Pro Transaction Coordinator
$100 value
Personal Consulting 1 on 1 personal consulting with our Transaction Coordinator each week.
$1,000 value
Regular Office Hours Regular office hours with Jack and Jill + our staff. Private for LA Pro Members Only. (Think Career Path Office Hours)
$2,500 value
ParcelFact ParcelFact is included in your LA Pro membership with unlimited pulls.
$150 value
FREE Career Path Access
$23,000 value
Land Academy No more separate charges - Land Academy is included with LA Pro Membership. This includes all education, tools, support, and future releases.
$300 value
Subtotal: $12,050 value
Mail Value: $18,750 value
Total Value: $53,800
Apply Now

Black

$28,180

per Month
Concierge Data+ (with data) Included mailers each month (data + concierge + mailer + postage). Our team will do your data for it and get it out the door.
18,000 mailers
PatLive introduction at no cost We will help you establish your first script and get PatLive set up on your behalf to answer your phones.
$500 value
Transaction Coordinator Use of our personal Transaction Coordinator team to manage your deals. Trained and ready to go!
$7,500 value
AirTable Ready-for-you CRM managed by your personal Land Academy Pro Transaction Coordinator
$100 value
Personal Consulting 1 on 1 personal consulting with our Transaction Coordinator each week.
$1,000 value
Regular Office Hours Regular office hours with Jack and Jill + our staff. Private for LA Pro Members Only. (Think Career Path Office Hours)
$2,500 value
ParcelFact ParcelFact is included in your LA Pro membership with unlimited pulls.
$150 value
FREE Career Path Access
$23,000 value
Land Academy No more separate charges - Land Academy is included with LA Pro Membership. This includes all education, tools, support, and future releases.
$300 value
Subtotal: $12,050 value
Mail Value: $22,500 value
Total Value: $57,550
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To cancel, all packages require a 30 day notice to move you back down to regular Land Academy membership.

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