Ever since the Real Estate Market reopened in the middle of May in Eastern Pennsylvania, after a shut down in Mid-March due to COVID-19, properties have been selling quickly.
Homes have sold within days, as long as the homes were priced right and in move in condition. Even farms and horse properties have been selling at a much faster rate than normal, not to mention high end properties and homes. Many properties have been getting multiple offers.
Why the sudden interest in moving out to Eastern Pennsylvania?
Many of the Buyers are coming from the … (3 comments)
November 20th is National Thank A Farmer Day. So why do we thank a farmer and dedicate a national day for this?
Farmers are needed for many things. They grow crops to feed animals and humans as well as supplying humans with the fabric for the clothes we wear. Without these items we would starve and freeze.
Farmers and farming create jobs in manufacturing and transporting of goods that all of us need and want in out everyday lives.
Spring has finally arrived here in Eastern Pennsylvania (at least we hope it has), bringing warmer temperatures, flowers, new growth, and rain. Along with the rain comes mud on the farms and horse properies.
What causes mud? The main reasons are drainage issues. These issues may include compacted soil (where the water will not filter through it), high water table, a low spot in the field.
Muddy areas usually lack vegetation, which could be a result of high traffic areas, or water flooding and killing the plant roots. Plant roots tend to absorb the excess water, … (2 comments)
I have noticed a few of the Buyers of farms and farmettes in Eastern Pennsylvania come from the city and have never done any sort of farming. They have had dreams of farming and owning horse property most of their lives. They now want to make their dreams come true.
Now one thing to keep in mind when living the dream of owning a horse farm or farm, is that it is not all fun. Don't get me wrong, there are those of us that have a passion for farm life and wouldn't … (8 comments)
Usually when someone imagines horse properties and farms, the image of several barns and huge fenced in pastures with horses grazing come to mind. But not all horse properties are like that.
Horse properties come in many different sizes, shapes and forms.
The most popular type of horse property is for the backyard horse person. These are the horse owners that own 2 - 4 horses and use them more for recreational purposes. They may own several acres (a farmette) so they can care for their … (4 comments)
I had Buyers that were looking for a farm in Eastern Pennsylvania and were ready to buy now. We had checked out many of the properties that were listed on the local Multi-List, but none were quite right for their needs.
Going the extra mile, I checked out For Sale By Owner listings on websites. I came across one listing that was just added to the site a few hours earlier. It sounded exactly what the Buyers were looking for. … (8 comments)
The market for large acreage properties has increased. I am working a number of consumers that are searching for properties with large acreages. It seems as though there are fewer on the market these days. At least here in Eastern Pennsylvania.
Sure, there are the high end properties, but for the average consumer, not many.
Over the years, owners of large acreage properties were under the impression that if the lot were subdivided into smaller lots, the lots would sell and the Seller would receive more funds. Truth of the matter was that over … (2 comments)
farms: Questions to Ask Horse Property Listing Agents
- 03/30/12 05:26 AM
Horse properties are unique properties. The best way to market these properties are to target market in addition to marketing to the general consumer.
How can a Seller find out if the Real Estate professional will be working in their best interests to get the property sold at the best possible price in the shortest amount of time? The agent should be interviewed as if they were applying for a job. (In reality, you will be hiring them as if they are your employee.)
What questions should be asked to see if they are the best for the … (4 comments)
farms: Open Gate Farm Tour In Northampton County, Pennsylvania
- 10/05/11 03:36 AM
It's October and Northampton County in Pennsylvania will be holding its annual Open Gate Farm Tour this coming weekend, October 8th & 9th, 2011. Seventeen farms will be open for tours, demonstrations and products. A few of the sites will be open on Sunday ONLY. This event is being sponsored by the Penn State Co-operative Extension of Northampton County.
The following farms will be on the tour:
Amore Farms will offer hayrides, pick your own pumpkins, corn maze, etc. You can also learn about wine tasting. Burnside Plantation (Sunday ONLY) - This is a 6 1/2 acre farm museum … (2 comments)
farms: 17 Northampton County Farms Open Their Gates to the Public
- 09/27/10 08:00 AM
The Northampton County Open Gate Farm Tour will be held October 2-3, 2010 from noon until 4PM. Seventeen Northampton County farms will open their gates to the public offering demostrations, tours and products.
Come see alpacas, dairy farms, greenhouses, vineyards, etc. and see the businesses run. Some farms will offer hayrides, and mazes. others will offer samples of their products and demonstrations. A weekend full of fun for everyone.
The Northampton County 4H Center will be on the schedule, Sunday only, with a fun horse show for both youth and adults, with lots of food including their … (2 comments)
Have you considered using an agent that specializes in that particular property? Real estate professionals that specialize in a particular type of property have the knowledge needed to market these types of real estate. They are knowledgeable in that field and are able to target market to the right type of buyers.
For example, I specialize in rural and horse properties and farms. I have over 30 years experience in … (2 comments)
farms: Lehigh County Open Farm Tour This Weekend
- 10/14/09 11:02 PM
If you missed last weekend's Northampton County Open Gate Farm Tour, don't fret. You have another opportunity. This Sunday, October 18th, 2009, Lehigh County is holding theirs.
The Lehigh County Open Gate Tour will run from 1-5PM, rain or shine, and it's FREE. Fifteen farms will open their gates for the public to see their agriculture based operations.
The participating farms will include an equestrian center, a vineyard, a native plant nursery, restored historic farm, fruit stand with cider mill and an alpaca farm.
Some farms will be selling cider, pumpkins, apples and other locally grown items.
Click … (4 comments)
farms: Northampton County, Pennsylvania 2009 Annual Open Gate Farm Tour Coming Up . . . .
- 09/18/09 08:09 AM
The Northampton County, Pennsylvania 2009 Annual Open Gate Farm Tour is coming up. This year it will be held the second weekend of October instead of the first weekend, October 10th & 11th, from noon until 4PM. It is presented by the Northampton county Co-operative Extension Office and is an educational, and fun, program of Penn State Extension Northampton county.
What is an Open Gate Farm Tour? It is very similar to an open house. The public is invited to visit participating local farms. While visiting, the public is able to speak with the farmers and learn about each … (2 comments)
farms: Northampton County Annual Open Gate Farm Tour
- 09/24/08 05:56 AM
Northampton County's Annual Open Gate Farm Tour will take place Saturday, October 4th and Sunday, October 5th. 17 farms in the county will open their gates to the public.
The tours this year will feature a robotic milking operation, baling demonstrations and grain processing at 2 farms, and the use of high tunnels for vegetable and fruit production. Visitors to a number of farms will also find educational hayrides, pumpkin picking, corn mazes and an opportunity to get up close to such farm animals as cows, horses, and alpacas.
Several farms will have antique and modern farm equipment on display. … (8 comments)
farms: Horse Neglect On the Rise
- 01/15/08 06:34 AM
All across the United States, the number of horses that are not properly cared for is on the rise. This is either because the owners will not or are unable to take care of them. Over the past decade, horse ownership has drastically increased in the US. According to the American Horse Council, there are over 9 million horses in America. That's a big increase from just over 6 million in the mid-1990's. Over 2 million Americans own horses and more than 1/3 of those owners have a household income of less than $50,000. As the horse population rose and the … (13 comments)
farms: Don't Let This Deal Pass You By
- 11/08/07 10:14 PM
I was looking through the MLS for farms for one of my clients in the Lehigh Valley in PA. I happened to come across one that is a great deal. It is an 1800 sq. ft. farmhouse, 3 BR, 2 full baths, with a detached 2 car garage on 98 acres. Looking at the price I took a double take. The listing price is........$189,900. WOW!!!! I can't believe my eyes! You can't get a better deal than that. And the house seems like it is in good shape. I looked further down to check out the list of features. To my dismay, it turns … (9 comments)
farms: Northampton County PA Open Gate Farm Tour
- 08/27/07 07:10 AM
Have you ever seen an Alpaca up close? Did you know that you can still buy fresh milk straight from the cow in Northampton County? How about checking out the local vineyard or greenhouse? You can come see all of this and more during the Open Gate Farm Tour, sponsored by the Northampton County Cooperative Extension. Come and enjoy the sights, sounds, smells and feel of farming. Great way for the family to learn about the local agriculture and there is no fee to visit. You can even bring your cameras. This annual event will be held Sat., Sept. 29 & Sun., Sept. 30, … (2 comments)
farms: Can You Define Countryside or Boonies??!!
- 07/05/07 02:56 AM
Is it just me or has anybody else noticed that the people moving from the cities to the developments in the rural areas are saying that they live in the country? Or better yet, in the "boonies"? Personally, I don't think they know the definition of the "country" or the "boonies". I live in a small town, or what used to be a small town, in Eastern Pennsylvania. Over the last 10 years we have had major development in the area. Many developments, industrial parks and malls going up everywhere and roads getting congested. When I moved here over 30 years ago (oh, … (7 comments)
farms: Old vs. New! Are the Old Homes Here to Stay????
- 05/24/07 02:24 AM
While driving around the area, I take notice of the lovely old homes and barns in the country. Since I've become a Real Estate Agent, I've paid close attention to the homes in the area. I like to know about what's in the area so that I may be able to better inform my clients. My expertise is in horse farms. Since the open spaces are getting to be less and less around here, I need to know what areas the farms and acreages are located. Whenever a new listing comes up in this area, I try to make a drive by … (1 comments)
farms: Will Small Towns be Extinct????
- 05/20/07 01:36 AM
I was born and raised in the Bronx of NYC, but never liked city living. You see, I loved horses ever since I can remember and you can't have a horse living in the city. At least not in an affordable sense or your backyard. Once I was old enough to be on my own, I moved out to the Nazareth area in PA, which at the time was a nice, small friendly town. People living here knew most everyone and it was a safe area to raise children. Your children's teachers knew the children and their parents in the school personally. It was a … (20 comments)
Rural & Horse Properties & Farms in Lehigh Valley, Poconos and Eastern Pennsylvania.
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Eastern PA Farms and Homes Are Selling Like Hot Cakes 
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