Owner-financed land provides a unique opportunity for aspiring landowners who may not have the credit or financial history to secure traditional loans but are interested in buying land in Texas. When it comes to owner-financed land for sale, the owner acts as the lender and provides financing directly to the buyer.
Generally, gain from the sale or exchange of depreciable property not used in a trade or business but held for investment or for use in a not-for-profit activity is capital gain. Generally, the gain is reported on Form 8949 and Schedule D.