If you’re like most people selling a home in North Florida – whether it’s on a farm or an equestrian property or it’s in a subdivision, you know you need it to look its best. But what if you don’t have the cash on-hand for updates? Should you offer a discount when you sell an […]
Should You Perform a Web Soil Survey?
Whether you’re a new farmer, or you’ve been farming for years, a Web Soil Survey (WSS) allows you to obtain a wealth of information about a property that you may be considering buying, renting, or looking to manage more efficiently. What Is a WSS? The WSS is a web application that’s operated by the USDA […]
Can Shade Hurt Your Crops?
Hills, trees, and buildings can cause shade along the edges of your vegetable production fields and spell disaster for your crops. Shade problems that may not be so noticeable during the summer months can become more apparent as the year draws on because the sun sits lower in the sky. Slowed Growth and Reduced Yield […]
Your North Florida Farm Search: 3 Questions to Ask (Part 2)
Once you’ve narrowed your options down to a few properties that might work for you, it’s time to consider the logistics and lifestyle changes that owning one of them might entail. For example, how far from town are you willing to live? How far are you willing to commute for work, or to shop for […]
Your Farm Search: 3 Questions to Ask (Part 1)
Buying farmland isn’t the same as purchasing a suburban home on a lot. There are many more factors to consider, like infrastructure, the connection of utilities, fencing, distance, size, and profitability. But if you’re prepared to ask the right questions you can successfully navigate the process and end up with a property that is just […]
Ready to Buy a Farm: 3 Questions to Ask (Part 1)
Buying farmland isn’t the same as purchasing a suburban home on a lot. There are many more factors to consider, like infrastructure, the connection of utilities, fencing, distance, size, and profitability. But if you’re prepared to ask the right questions you can successfully navigate the process and end up with a property that is just […]
Ready to Buy a Farm? 3 Things to Consider
You’ve always dreamed of owning a farm and now you’re ready to make your move. But how large or small should your property be? Where do you go to qualify for a loan? And what should you look for when identifying a viable piece of land? Consider these three things. The Livestock You Intend to […]
When Should You Lock In Your Mortgage Rate?
When you’re taking out a mortgage loan to buy a piece of land in North Florida, your lender will most likely offer you a chance to “lock in” your mortgage rate. But what does that mean – and when should you do it? Here’s what you need to know. When Should You Lock In Your […]
3 Documents You Need to Make Mortgage Application Easier
If you’re thinking about borrowing money from a mortgage lender to buy land for sale in North Florida, there are three documents you should pull together right now to make the whole process easier. 3 Documents You Need to Make Mortgage Application Easier When you borrow money from a lender, it’s all about paperwork. You’ll […]
What Does Dodd-Frank Have to Do With Mortgage Brokers?
If your’e like many people who are thinking about working with a mortgage broker to buy land for sale in North Florida, you know that you’ll pay between 1 and 2 percent of your loan’s total price to the broker – that’s to cover the work he or she does. But there’s a law in […]
