- 1). Research potential tree plantation investments. Many tree plantation investment opportunities for the individual investor are structured as partnerships, and the plantation is in another country. It is important to make sure you are dealing with reputable businesses and people. Unless you are certain of who you are dealing with, invest in business entities based in the U.S. or Europe, as your legal recourse can be sharply limited elsewhere.
- 2). Decide what type of tree plantation investment you are looking to make. If you are looking for a more conservative investment, consider buying the stock of public company involved in the tree business or a timber industry exchange traded fund (mutual fund). But if you are looking for a large return on your investment within a few years, search for a smaller company or a partnership with a group of investors.
- 3). Reduce your choices to two or three of the best possibilities and perform final due diligence. Carefully vet the business plan, check the references of your partners, confirm all the financial arrangements, and so forth. It is generally wise to have an attorney at least look over any documents before signing them, especially if you are investing a lot of money.
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