Everything you need to know about FrontierArg intelligence scores and reports.
What exactly is the FrontierArg score?
The FrontierArg score is an 8-dimension composite index (0–100) calculated for every land parcel in our coverage area. It covers Legal Risk, Climate, Soil Quality, Agricultural Potential, Water Access, Energy & Solar, Mobility, and Services & Supply. A Legal Multiplier (×0.40–×1.0) is applied based on malus points for flags like indigenous territory overlap, active mining concessions, or missing cadastral data. Scores above 70 are Low Risk (green); 50–69 are Medium Risk (amber); below 50 are High Risk (red).
Where does the data come from? Is it official?
All data is sourced from official Argentine government APIs and open-access international datasets: IGN Argentina (cadastral GIS, CC BY 4.0), SEGEMAR/SIGAM (mining concessions, CC BY 4.0), INAI (indigenous territory registry), OpenStreetMap (ODbL), NASA POWER (solar/climate), GeoINTA (soil), INA/SIARH (water rights), BCRA (exchange rates), and ANAC (airports). We do not scrape or estimate — every data point has a traceable source, version, and license.
Can foreigners legally buy land in Argentina?
Yes. Foreign nationals can own land in Argentina without restrictions in most regions. The key exception is the Rural Land Foreign Ownership Law (Ley 26.737, 2011), which caps foreign ownership of rural land at 15% nationally, with sub-limits per province and per nationality. Additionally, parcels within 50km of international borders require approval from the National Security Zone authority. Our scoring model flags both conditions automatically.
What is included in the $149 Neuquén Report?
The report includes: a Vaca Muerta Basin Map with risk zones, infrastructure corridors, and concession overlays; land risk classifications and composite scores for all key districts; infrastructure signal analysis (pipelines, roads, railway, oil fields); water rights & legal framework summary; investment hotspot ranking; homesteader section with soil class, self-sufficiency potential, and solar/wind data; and the full data methodology with every score explained and sources cited. 15–20 pages, PDF + interactive dashboard link.
What is the difference between a Verified Fact and a FrontierArg Estimate?
Verified Facts come directly from government databases and are clearly labeled with their source (e.g. 'IGN ✓', 'SIARH ✓'). FrontierArg Estimates are derived or interpolated values — for example, a solar potential score derived from the NASA POWER grid cell nearest to a parcel, or an infrastructure proximity score based on the closest OSM road node. Estimates are always labeled with a confidence level and the derivation method. We believe transparency about data certainty is a core feature — not a disclaimer.
Do I need a local agent (escribano) to buy land?
Yes — a Notary Public (Escribano) is legally required for all Argentine property transactions. They verify cadastral records, check for liens, obtain the CDI (tax ID) for foreign buyers, draft the Boleto de Compraventa (preliminary sale contract), and eventually the Escritura Pública (the title deed). Our report includes a legal framework guide for foreign buyers and recommendations for how to find a qualified escribano in Neuquén.
How do I pay — can I use crypto?
Reports can be purchased via card (Stripe) or stablecoin (USDC / USDT via Coinbase Commerce). Given Argentina's currency situation, we prefer USD-denominated stable payments. If you're paying from Argentina, USDC is the cleanest option — no blue rate confusion, instant settlement.