LONG ISLAND HORSE PROPERTIES BUYERS TIPS  

The Real Agent agent needs to recognize your needs in a horse property, farm, acreage or over-sized lot.  The purchaser has to consider such questions as "Why am I purchasing this property?", How much can I afford?, What do I need for the horses I have or intend to get? Is the property worth what I am paying?  Will I have to put too much time or money into the property to get it to the point I want it to be?

An experienced Real Estate Agent takes into account the main considerations the buyers have when purchasing a horse property. Buyers looking for horse property on Long Island have a variety or reasons.   I see more and more people leaving the crowded city areas to escape to the peaceful SURBIA of Long Island and other desirable areas. They are tired of paying high boarding fees and prefer to have their horses in their "backyard." Many are willing to commute as long as one hour to one and one-half hours to enjoy some farm and acreage where they are allowed to have their horses on their own property and to graze in open fields.  A number of people are seeking out  property with room for a second home for family members;  or to purchase acreage with enough room to build an indoor arena and large barn. Many find that they can now enjoy the "good life" and commute  to the City and come out to the Island to live on the weekends. In some instances the wife and children stay in on the Island taking care of the horses and their husbands commute to the City for income. The congestion of the City and a desire for a more peaceful way of life are creating this trend. Another reason may be that an individual remembers when they had a horse when they were younger and, now, close to retirement, thinks that this is a good idea, providing a little write-off. A horse farm may turn into a  Trophy Farm with just a few horses and lots of acreage or a large home to show off while enjoying the good life. All are legitimate reasons to purchase a horse property.

There are many considerations to take into account when purchasing a horse property such as the zoning laws for each township. In some Counties barns have to be 50 feet from the property line; other counties only 10 feet.  If you fail to check with ZONING  before purchasing you could wind up with a property that is unsuitable for the purpose that you purchased it for. A licensed Realtor should coach you and encourage you to make all inquires and inspections.  Permits, setbacks, zoning and violations are all very relative to the purchase of your horse property on Long Island.  You should investigate any wells or septic systems on the property as well.

You should not paddock horses over the septic system.  There is the possibly of damaging the lines, especially if the lines  are close to the top like some systems (especially mound septic systems). Casual grazing over septic systems may be dangerous as well to the horse.  Septic system locations is an important part of your equestrian purchase. Be certain that the property meets as your needs.  Purchasing a horse property is much more involved that purchasing a conventional property.  You should retain the services of an experienced Real Estate Agent so that all your concerns are properly addressed. If you fail to do so, you could wind up with an undesirable situation.

I have the experience to guide you through all the potential issues surrounding the purchase of a horse property.  Please visit my website www.horsepropertyagent.com for guidance in your purchase.  I look forward to hearing from you and would be happy to assist you with your purchase.