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 […]
How Soon Before Buying Should You Start Looking at Equestrian Properties?
For most people who are buying equestrian property for sale, one of the biggest questions is how soon to start looking. If you start looking before you’re actually ready to buy, you run the risk of falling in love with a property and having to watch someone else swoop in and buy it – but […]
Qualities to Look for in a Timberland REALTOR®
If you’re like many people who want to buy timberland for sale in North Florida, whether it’s near Lake City or elsewhere, you know you need a REALTOR® who understands how timberland is different from equestrian properties, farms and ranches – and who definitely understands how a timberland transaction is different from any other type […]
What Happens on Closing Day?
When you’re buying land for sale in North Florida, you know that eventually, you’ll make it to closing day – but what happens on closing day, and how can you help ensure the process goes smoothly? What Happens on Closing Day? On closing day – the day you get the deed to your new property […]
What Are Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac?
You’ve heard of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac – but do you know what they are? It’s okay if you don’t. Actually, most people don’t – so we’ll explain it here. What Are Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac? Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are government-sponsored enterprises that help people get mortgages. Fannie Mae Fannie Mae […]
What’s a Jumbo Loan?
A jumbo loan sounds big, right? It is – but really, what it means is that it’s a larger amount of money than the maximum value of a conforming loan. Wait – what’s a conforming loan? A conforming loan is a loan that meets guidelines set by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. What is a […]
