Yes, the transaction would need to be in place before SHTF. So, I have been thinking about this for a few months. My instant first thought is that it is a stupid concept. But maybe it is not totally stupid. Whether you own it or rent it, find it and take control, the largest recuring problems are the same. If you own it, but you can't stop others from taking it. If you lose control what difference is ownership or lease hold. It could be raw unimproved small lot or acreage. Could be leasing the hunting rights, and the right to build a 20' X 24' hunting shack.