horse property: Agent Sells Her Trainer's 10 Acre Horse Property in Eastern PA
- 11/30/15 09:43 PM
Agent Sells Her Trainer's 10 Acre Horse Property in Eastern Pennsylvania
This two bedroom, two bath home on 10 acres in Bangor Area School District of Northampton County, Pennsylvania was recently sold. This property had brought back such memories when I listed it.
The horse property was originally built and owned by an upper level German equestrienne. She was my trainer back in the day. She also helped me buy my first horse as well as helping me break him and train him.
I had moved from the big city to Eastern Pennsylvania because I loved horses. The city and horses are not a good … (8 comments)
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horse property: Preparing Your Horse Property and Farm For Winter
- 11/19/15 09:31 PM
Preparing Your Horse Property and Farm For Winter
Autumn is a wonderful time of year to go riding, enjoy the colors of the season as well as the ideal temperatures and NO flies or insects to deal with. This time of year is when you should take advantage of the nice weather to also prepare your farm or horse property for the brutal and cold winter months. There are several things that should be done to make … (6 comments)
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horse property: Marketing Horse Property In Winter Months - Yes or No?
- 11/08/15 10:02 PM
Marketing Horse Property in Winter Months - Yes or No?
As the days grow shorter, nature showing it's fall colors, we begin to feel a chill in the air bringing in the change of seasons. With this, we know winter is fast approaching along with the ice and snow.
During this time, Sellers decide whether or not to continue marketing their horse property or pull it from the market, relisting it in spring.
First of all, the serious Sellers search for properties and farms year round. Sometimes the severe weather will delay the showings, but they are still persuing their dream of owning a … (4 comments)
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horse property: 176 Acre Farm With Restored 19th Century Farmhouse and Barn
- 10/12/15 04:16 AM
176 Acre Farm With Restored 19th Century Farmhouse and Barn
Grab the opportunity to own this fully-restored and thoughtfully redesigned stone farmhouse on 176 bucolic acres of unspoiled land.
The property includes a restored nineteenth-century stone bank barn in prime condition with large stalls, workshop, newer windows and brand new roof;
as well as an … (4 comments)
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horse property: 10 Acre Horse Property For Sale in Northampton County, PA
- 08/12/15 10:34 PM
10 Acre Horse Property For Sale in Northampton County, PA
This 10 acre property is located in a rural, quiet area and is ideal for horses. The acreage is flat and several pastures are fenced in.
The barn has dutch doors that open to the ouside allowing the horses to directly access the pastures. The stalls are matted and barn has a storage area and a loft above the stalls.
… (8 comments)
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horse property: What Type Lot Is Considered An Ideal Horse Property?
- 08/03/15 11:56 PM
What Type Lot Is Considered An Ideal Horse Property?
Pennsylvania consists of mountains, hills and slopes, flat lands, rocky terrain, wetlands and much more of a variety, but not all of these are good for horses.
So what type of lot is considered an ideal horse property?
It is not just about having acreage. Zoning in each township have ordinances for residents to follow. In Pennsylvania, properties that are zoned agricultural, rural, or farm and forest, usually allow horses and other farm animals on … (4 comments)
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horse property: Building a Horse Property From Scratch
- 07/31/15 12:32 AM
Building A Horse Property From Scratch
Some of our clients search for a property so that they may be able to build their own dream horse facility. Building one from scratch is not that simple, though. A lot of time, planning, work and research is involved. So how does someone go about it?
First of all, make a plan. This will include designing the property and the buildings. The best way to do this would be to hire an architect that … (13 comments)
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horse property: Remember the Barn And Horse Property When Preparing to Sell
- 03/26/15 10:59 PM
Remember the Barn and Horse Property When Preparing To Sell
When preparing your house to place on the market, it is a great idea to tidy up by removing any personal items and decluttering. Staging it may help also to accent certain areas and rooms and to show off the best features, not to mention the size of the rooms. This helps the buyer to envision themselves in the house.
It is no different with a barn and horse property.
… (8 comments)
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horse property: Acreage Plus Barn Equals Horse Property - Not Necessarily
- 03/24/15 06:59 AM
Acreage Plus Barn Equals Horse Property - Not Necessarily
Owning horses is such a pleasure, especially when you can look out your window and watch them.
Many horse owners are searching for small acreage with a barn and house so they can have their horses with them and enjoy them at all times. They search for properties that are already set up for horses with a barn and possibly fencing. … (2 comments)
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horse property: Finding A Part Of My Past While Showing A PA Horse Property
- 03/15/15 02:15 AM
Finding a Part Of My Past While Showing A PA Horse Property
I work with numerous Buyers that are searching for horse properties, both commercial and residential, in Eastern Pennsylvania. My Broker had listed a residential horse property, which was a very nice backyard horse facility on 11 acres. It was set up for four (4) horses, with several fenced in pastures and a huge riding arena.
I … (8 comments)
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horse property: Preparing Horse Property or Farm To Sell in Winter
- 02/26/15 09:46 PM
Preparing Horse Property Or Farm To Sell In Winter
If you are a home seller, your agent probably has given you suggestions on how to prepare your house to show well to prospetive Buyers. But what about the horse property or farm? That should get some attention and preparations also.
Horse properties and farms do sell in the winter if the proper steps are taken to prepare. As a matter … (6 comments)
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horse property: Surviving Winter on Horse Properties and Farms
- 01/12/15 12:54 AM
Surviving Winter on Horse Properties and Farms
Most of the country this winter has been hit with freezing, or sub-freezing, temperatures along with snow and ice. Some are able to hibernate and stay mostly indoors where it is warm. Living on a farm or horse property, we must endure the elements on a daily basis. The animals depend on us.
So how do we survive the winter … (8 comments)
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horse property: How to Speed Up the Sale of Your House and Horse Property
- 12/15/14 11:40 PM
How to Speed Up the Sale of Your House and Horse Property
Homes and horse properties come and go on the real estate market. Some seem to sell quicker than others, while yet others are on the market for years, especially when it comes to specialized properties such as horse properties.
There are ways to help speed up the sale.
Start off by pricing it right for the current market. Have an agent (or a few of them) do a market analysis on your property. This will give you a good idea where to price … (2 comments)
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horse property: Keeping Your Horse On Your Property Is a Huge Commitment
- 12/07/14 10:48 PM
Keeping Your Horse On Your Property Is A Huge Commitment
Your horses have been boarded at a local horse farm or boarding facility, but you yearn to have them in your backyard. No more commuting to see and care for your four legged friends, allowing you more time for them.
But are you ready to make the commitment?
When keeping your horses on your own property, there are so many things to consider before making the huge jump. Horses are much more work than a cat or a dog.
Here are the points to consider:
- Plenty of acreage. A minimum of one acre per … (4 comments)
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horse property: Preparing Your Horses and Horse Property For Winter
- 09/08/14 03:33 AM
Preparing Your Horses and Horse Property for Winter
September is here, bringing with it cooler, nicer riding weather minus the bugs and insects. Great time to ride your horse! It is also time to begin thinking about getting your horses and horse property ready for winter. Even though we are barely entering autumn, winter will be here before you know it, at which time it is too late to get ready for the cold weather, ice and snow.
Start preparations now, so when "Old Man Winter" comes knocking on your door, it won't catch you by … (6 comments)
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horse property: Buying Horse Properties May Require Special Financing
- 05/09/14 12:57 AM
Buying Horse Properties May Require Special Financing
When it comes to making an offer on a horse property, sometimes it is necessary to move quickly on it, especially if it is priced for a quick sale. This means having taken some steps ahead of time.
What are those steps?
The first thing to do is to be pre-approved by a lender. A pre-approval is necessary when putting in an offer to let the Seller know that yes, you are able to purchase the property. This is especially important when multiple offers come in. If no pre-approval accompanies … (4 comments)
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horse property: Horse Property Rental In Berks County, PA
- 03/25/14 02:42 AM
Horse Property Rental in Berks County, PA
Bring your horses!!
This peaceful 144+ acre farm is surrounded by farms and farmland, allowing you to enjoy the wildlife and serenity of nature. Trails wind throughout the property for trail rides or hiking along the countryside.
Included in the rental are 2 pastures, one with a run-in shed and a turnout area along with a portion of the barn. Other portion of the barn is storage for the owner. With the exception of trail riding, use of the majority of acreage is not included in this lease … (1 comments)
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horse property: Sacrifice Area On Horse Properties - What Is It And Why Is It Needed?
- 03/09/14 11:46 PM
Sacrifice Area On Horse Properties - What Is It and Why Is It Needed?
Sacrifice areas are paddocks, fenced in areas around the barn, where horses are kept when not let out in the pastures. They are also known as dirt lots (or mud lots in the wet weather).
Why not just keep the horses in the pastures?
Horses will tear up the pastures when the ground is wet. When the ground is muddy, the constant trampling, especially with 1200 pounds of weight, will destroy the grass and, as we all know, will not grow back. This is why … (8 comments)
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horse property: Horse Property Specialists Have Horse Sense for Horse Farms
- 01/28/14 02:40 AM
Horse Property Specialists Have Horse Sense For Horse Farms
What is a horse property specialist?
A true horse property specialist is a real estate professional that has the knowledge about horse properties and farms. They may be horse owners themselves. Even if they do not own a horse, they have experience with horses and are knowledgeable as to what horses needs are.
They are also involved in different horse activities and organizations, plus, are usually well known in the horse community.
Why work with a horse property specialist?
Working with a … (0 comments)
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horse property: Preparing Your Rural Or Horse Property For Sub-Freezing Temperatures
- 01/06/14 06:24 AM
Preparing Your Rural Or Horse Property for Sub-Freezing Temperatures
This morning I woke up to rain and temps in the mid-50's. A heat wave for Pennsylvanians in the winter months. As the day continued, the winds came in with high gusts, dropping the temperatures. Tonight, the temps here are to drop below zero and tomorrow's highs in the single digits with wind chills in the -20's.
Brrrrrrrrrr.
How do your prepare your rural or horse property for the sub-freezing temperatures? Start out by insulating the water pipes to prevent them from freezing and … (4 comments)
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