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Useful information for forest owners — from pricing and taxes to the selling process.

Forest Prices 2026: Why Spruce is Rising and Birch is Falling
Forest Sales15 Jan 20266 min read

Forest Prices 2026: Why Spruce is Rising and Birch is Falling

Overview of Estonian forest prices in 2026. Spruce, pine, and birch price trends and forecasts.

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Land Tax Increase 2026: How It Affects Your Forest Value
Forest Sales20 Jan4 min

Land Tax Increase 2026: How It Affects Your Forest Value

Land tax reform 2026 and its impact on forest and land owners. How to reduce tax burden.

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Selling Harvesting Rights vs Forest Land: Which Earns More?
Harvesting Rights1 Feb8 min

Selling Harvesting Rights vs Forest Land: Which Earns More?

Detailed comparison of selling harvesting rights versus forest property. Which option to choose?

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5 Reasons Why RMK Harvest Reduction Increases Your Forest Price
Forest Sales10 Feb8 min

5 Reasons Why RMK Harvest Reduction Increases Your Forest Price

RMK harvest volume reduction and its impact on private forest prices in Estonia.

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How to Sell Forest Without Commission? (Direct Buyer vs Broker)
Forest Sales15 Feb5 min

How to Sell Forest Without Commission? (Direct Buyer vs Broker)

Comparison of direct buyer and broker when selling forest. How to save on commission fees.

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Forest Notification Application 2026: Step-by-Step Guide
Harvesting Rights20 Feb8 min

Forest Notification Application 2026: Step-by-Step Guide

How to apply for a forest notification in 2026. Step-by-step guide for forest owners.

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What to Do with Storm Johannes Damaged Forest?
Forest Sales1 Mar5 min

What to Do with Storm Johannes Damaged Forest?

Guide for dealing with storm-damaged forest. How to restore or sell damaged forest.

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Forest Valuation in 15 Minutes: How Metzfund Does It
Forest Sales5 Mar6 min

Forest Valuation in 15 Minutes: How Metzfund Does It

How we quickly and accurately assess forest value. Our valuation process explained.

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Selling Natura 2000 Restricted Forest: Is It Possible?
Natura 200010 Mar5 min

Selling Natura 2000 Restricted Forest: Is It Possible?

Guide to selling forest with Natura 2000 restrictions. What is possible and what is not.

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Income Tax Benefits When Selling Forest: Save Up to 20%
Forest Sales15 Mar5 min

Income Tax Benefits When Selling Forest: Save Up to 20%

Overview of income tax benefits when selling forest in Estonia. How to reduce tax burden.

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Overgrown Farmland Valuation and Sale
Farmland20 Mar6 min

Overgrown Farmland Valuation and Sale

How to sell overgrown farmland. Valuation options and selling process.

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How to Quickly Turn Inherited Forest into Cash?
Inheritance25 Mar4 min

How to Quickly Turn Inherited Forest into Cash?

Guide to selling inherited forest. Process, documents, and taxes.

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Buying Forest on Saaremaa and Hiiumaa: Logistics and Prices
Regional1 Apr7 min

Buying Forest on Saaremaa and Hiiumaa: Logistics and Prices

Forest price specifics on Saaremaa and Hiiumaa. Logistical challenges and solutions.

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Buying Forest in Southern Estonia: Why Prices Differ from the North
Regional5 Apr5 min

Buying Forest in Southern Estonia: Why Prices Differ from the North

Forest price differences between Southern and Northern Estonia. Reasons and trends.

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How to Verify a Forest Buyer? (Credit Info and Transactions)
Forest Sales10 Apr7 min

How to Verify a Forest Buyer? (Credit Info and Transactions)

How to check forest buyer reliability. Credit info, business registry, and transaction history.

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Splitting Property Before Sale: When Does It Make Sense?
Forest Sales15 Apr4 min

Splitting Property Before Sale: When Does It Make Sense?

When to split property before selling and when not to. Practical recommendations.

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Selling Season: When Is the Best Time of Year to Sell Forest?
Forest Sales20 Apr4 min

Selling Season: When Is the Best Time of Year to Sell Forest?

When are timber prices highest? Best time to sell forest in Estonia.

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What Does Selling Based on Timber Yield Mean?
Harvesting Rights25 Apr8 min

What Does Selling Based on Timber Yield Mean?

Explanation of selling based on timber yield. How it affects the price.

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Updating Your Forest Management Plan in 2026
Forest Sales1 May4 min

Updating Your Forest Management Plan in 2026

How to update your forest management plan in 2026. Process and cost.

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Farmland Rental Prices vs Sale Prices in Estonia
Farmland5 May8 min

Farmland Rental Prices vs Sale Prices in Estonia

Comparison of farmland rental and sale prices in Estonia 2026.

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Client Story: How Metzfund Saved a Forest Owner from Tax Debt
Mortgage1 Apr4 min

Client Story: How Metzfund Saved a Forest Owner from Tax Debt

Real client story of selling a forest property to resolve tax debt.

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How to Profitably Sell Forest in Estonia in 2026?
Forest Sales1 Feb7 min

How to Profitably Sell Forest in Estonia in 2026?

Guide to selling forest in Estonia. Current prices and best selling strategies.

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Taxes When Selling Forest: How Not to Overpay the State
Forest Sales15 Feb5 min

Taxes When Selling Forest: How Not to Overpay the State

Taxation when selling forest in Estonia. Benefits and optimization methods.

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Online Forest Valuation: Step-by-Step Guide
Forest Sales1 Mar8 min

Online Forest Valuation: Step-by-Step Guide

How to estimate forest value online. Step-by-step guide with calculator.

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Selling Farmland: Common Mistakes Property Owners Make
Farmland15 Mar8 min

Selling Farmland: Common Mistakes Property Owners Make

Typical mistakes when selling agricultural land in Estonia and how to avoid them.

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What to Do with Your Forest If You Live Abroad?
Forest Sales1 Apr5 min

What to Do with Your Forest If You Live Abroad?

Guide for forest owners in Estonia living abroad.

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Selling Timberland in Estonia: A Guide for Foreign Owners
Forest Sales1 Feb5 min

Selling Timberland in Estonia: A Guide for Foreign Owners

Complete guide for foreign owners selling timberland in Estonia. Process, taxes, and best practices.

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Current Timber Prices in Estonia: 2026 Market Report
Forest Sales15 Feb5 min

Current Timber Prices in Estonia: 2026 Market Report

Estonian timber market report for 2026. Spruce, pine, and birch price analysis.

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How to verify Estonian Land Registry data (Kinnistusraamat)
Forest Sales1 Mar4 min

How to verify Estonian Land Registry data (Kinnistusraamat)

Step-by-step guide to verifying land ownership and data in the Estonian Land Registry.

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Investing in Estonian Forest: Sustainable Returns 2026
Forest Sales15 Mar8 min

Investing in Estonian Forest: Sustainable Returns 2026

Estonian forest investment analysis for 2026. Returns, risks, and market outlook.

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