Plant 100% soybeans next year so ground is smooth and easy to plant grass seed into.  

My plan 1. build septic mound and system to design2. build pad to extend past HUD for patio3. gravel drive and parking area with washed stone4. have utility water and electric performed by professional - I would possibly dig for water line install and electrical conduit 5. landscape/plant trees etc. 

The front yard has no plants maybe some trees or one tree?

Quote from @Jason Wray: I would venture it's due to companies like Continental Tire opening their $1.4Billion dollar plant, Amazon popping up several data centers including the "Last Mile"  facility amongst others. 

I will be moving to Columbus GA soon but wanted opinions on which market to start "planting the trees" for success between Columbus, GA and areas in NC.

When was the best time to plant a Tree?

Are they willing to pay for space to plant vegetable crops or will you give it to them for free? 

The first few years with an asset often feel slow, like planting a tree.

They’re constantly pivoting, but never planting roots long enough to build any real traction.The Spreadsheet Samurai – Armed with 18 tabs of projections, sensitivity analyses, and waterfall models, this investor can model a deal six ways to Sunday.

It’s a different game than wholesaling, for sure, but if building long-term wealth and passive income is part of the goal (which it sounds like it is), STRs might be worth exploring.Also, major respect to your better half for planting the seed.