Everything you need to know about FrontierArg intelligence scores, the free compare tool, and the Deal Check soft launch.
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 the difference between the free compare tool and the Deal Check soft launch?
The free compare tool helps you shortlist 3 listings and quickly see which one looks strongest, cheapest relative to peers, or riskiest. The soft-launch Deal Check goes deeper on one specific property: score context, geo trust, risk flags, value signals, and recommended next questions for due diligence. Requests are reviewed manually before any paid delivery.
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 Deal Check is meant to prepare that conversation faster, not replace it.
How do I pay — can I use crypto?
Paid analyses 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.