I bought 13 acres on a remote mountain in 2011 by using savings and borrowing money from friends, and then after having about half the property logged, paid them back. For the first 6 months, I lived out of a tent. Then I got an inexpensive old RV, then eventually built a small off grid house; all without debt. So it is possible to start a farm without debt. Most people can do it this way if they can find a place where its legal to start out this way. In NJ for instance, its illegal to camp on your own land.
Yes, technically i did have interest free, short term, unsecured debt. If I had good credit, I might have been able to get the land by using zero interest short term promotional credit card debt. I think the most important thing is to get unsecured, zero interest loans, because paying interest is the same as indentured servitude imo. Thanks for the reply.
Growing up in upstate NY a lot of my friends worked on family farms, which sadly are mostly gone. I hope to see more family farms coming back, you can’t tell me that there is no correlation between how we get our food today and the high rates of autism, cancer and other diseases that are so common now. We need to get back to the basics and grow/eat locally. So glad I came across your channel !
Just want to say thank you for your videos! I have 12 acres myself and want to quit my 9 to 5 job to semi retire. The way you explain yourself and what you are doing absolutely amazes me. You give me inspiration to do more and get things done. I find the information priceless.
Thank you for sharing what you're experiencing in establishing yourself in a rural community. You're providing us with a lot of insight as to cost which is truly appreciated. This really helps an individual get a better idea as what they might expect to face in trying to work at making their dream come true. Look forward to your itnext video. You're always very inciteful. Marry Christmas to you and yours this Holiday. Pray that God would continue to richly bless you and keep you safe... Blessings from Texas...🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
New guy here. Really like the vids and the information-it's pretty inspiring, and as a soon to be moving somewhere, where do I move to person, has a lot of appeal-looking forward to your cost breakdown vid of the barn, which is super impressive--really like the design and details, and aesthetics.
I've been following you on TT since the beginning of your post-Florida journey. I really dig what you're up to and appreciate your transparency. I also like all the credit you give the Amish. They seem like a really good group of people.
Good information! I hope this does become the norm. My husband and I are in our 60's and have grown our own garden every year and preserve the food. It's good eating in the winter as well as when it's fresh from the garden. Keep up the good work, young lady!
Girl , your awesome We own 120 acre beautiful desert landscape Im about to do what you are doing I’m looking in to the best ways of doing this So your information is very helpful Thank you !
Thank you for the information, you do a good job of keeping everyone in the know about how to start a small farm. You are absolutely right about farmers they are in their 60’s or older.
Thanks for sharing. I only recently followed your channel so I am confused about one thing esp. when comparing your costs to a 2 bedroom apartment. Do you LIVE in your barn/event center as well ? Ignore the negative nellies. We absolutely NEED young people interested in these things ! Wish you all the luck in the world. Lastly are you near or familiar with the folks at Flock Finger Lakes ?
And just think what your little plat of farming paradise could do to help the folks in your local area who're no longer able to adequately provide for themselves. Somehow, I believe you've given that topic a good deal of thought already, though. You are truly an outstanding exception to most younger folks these days. Thanks for your motivation and insight.
Hey Alexandra! I love your content! We just started the process of attaining land and becoming first time “hobby farmers”. Your barn is beautiful! I love the heated floor idea. We’re in FL so maybe not completely necessary but a great option nevertheless. I can’t wait to see what’s coming next for you!
You're very impressive young lady. Wish I was younger to do this and wish I wasn't partly disabled. It's a dream of mine to do what you're doing. God bless you for sharing. I will share every video I watch. 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
Thank you SO MUCH for paving the way in financial transparency and in so many aspects of your journey! This video is just what I needed to budget some stuff. Thanks again!
We live in a rural area but in a suburban neighborhood. We just bought this house and have 0.34 acres, so not much land. We intended one growing, catching and raising as much food as possible. We just got meat rabbits last night and I can't wait for January to start our raised beds.
Consider looking into Vertical growing towers, With limited space it's your ideal solution you can grow well over 10X the yield in the exact same space the raised garden beds will take, leaving more room for everything else!
I want to look into how working with the USDA could work for me. I'm not sure you'll read this so I'll try to search your library. I think you're remarkable. You executed beautifully and are working 6 acres in a great location. Good for U!
Since you’re not living in the barn building nor on the property, I find the comparison of a residential space with your “commercial” challenging. I’m sure a commercial space would also be significantly more in town but the context changes a lot. Hopefully you will get into more about your housing plans on the property in the new year. That would really indicate the creativity to “homestead” incrementally on land.
I love all of the info, thank you so much! You’re inspiring me! I feel like my dream is attainable, & that’s in a big way thanks to you! ❤ Happy Holidays & here’s hoping 2025 is even better! 🎄
You're beautiful inside and out with God's beauty! Thank you for sharing these videos ❤I'm studying your UA-cam because I would love to move out of booming Idaho. I grew up here since a young boy so it's kind of scary changing locations. I'm 33 now but it all still seems confusing. You're very wise and inspiring ❤❤❤ thank you
Hearing you breakdown the monthly cost may make the dream for many feel it’s a little more attainable which is good. Not sure if I missed it in the video but would you be willing to share a roundabout price for your structure. If too personal I understand. Just always wondered what Amish prices are like and if affordable. Thank you for the video😊
A very refreshing presentation. I really appreciate your drama free, fact based approach. Look forward to future video. Can you please cover your construction design\decision process and discuss hiring an amazing alternative source like your Amish craftsmen.
So grateful for you and this channel. Found you and Instagram and will keep following. Not sure if I could do something like this. But I want to support this channel. So so proud of your journey.
The financial cost breakdowns are interesting. Looking forward to more . Is the barn suitable for residential living on occasion? Happy Christmas. Best of luck in 2025.😊
Hey, something might help, I used to keep honeybees on this lady’s organic farm, where it was idle property “she rented”, where one spot was 60 acres. Just in case you see the cause to have more land to farm but can’t foresee long term commitment. Sometimes paying taxes is all that’s asked! I think she’s retired now, but renting extra land is always an option!
I agree. Beekeeping would be great, especially with all the wild flowers. You would just need to have plants that bloom in rotation from April-September. Honey/wax is a great market. You certainly have the space to process it.
@ For me that’s days gone by, not even possible. Where I simply mentioned what I did have going many years ago as a reference point! But if you’re interested, it’s much more complicated today, where there’s the pest of yesterday and new pests that constantly add to the expenses as well as drama of beekeeping. Like beetles and ccd. But if you desire to give it a go, good luck!
@@joebeach7759 No big deal. Beekeeping I had a lot of money in and it was therapeutic. Which anyone is interested it’d be good to take up beekeeping. In the 70’s before the varroa mites were brought in, there used to be clover all over the place and likewise honeybees. Only ones got stung were those that went messing with them. A bees interest is gathering nectar, not attacking as it stings that’s the end of its life! Yet it’s physically demanding and good for a person!
Thanks for the vid. Interesting to see what it's like in other countries :) A bit of acoustic treatment in that building would be a bonus if there were kids in there
I am seriously not trying to detour anyone getting into farming. The world has a food shortage and it's a great way of life. However, many, many ppl don't have a clue and jump into it. I am just saying many farms/homesteads close quickly due to poor research. The best research is going to a farm where you want to farm and explain your goals and ask if you can do some work as a temp to get an idea of what you're getting into. The farmer will probably give you better advice for your area and how to run it than youtube. Also be clear about the scale you're trying to do and methods you're into.
That house is so beautiful especially with that tree in the background. I wish there were Amish in the Houston area. When I purchased my farm, the realtor did not tell me there was a $30,000 fine if you stop farming in Texas. Here, if you lose Ag exemption, there is a steep fine.
I think you're doing a great job & will see continued success. You're perfect in front of the camera as well. Detailed, well spoken & beautiful, an absolute joy to watch such a classy lady. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas & Happy New Year, as well as an even better 2025! ❤
that was a really good price. Her electric is really low as well because she is paying for the heat in propane... electric heat GUZZLES kWh's. Still very impressive. I need to replace my windows or put more insulation in, because my electric is horrendous in the winter, and I put the thermostat on 70, not too wild.
I am loving your videos. Although I just turned 60, I am really hopeful to mirror what you are doing in the new year to come. It has been a dream for a long time. So, 2025 is the year I will truly pursue it. Thus, your intel is so helpful. Heres wishing you a very Happy Holiday and a prosperous 2025. Cheers!
Congratulations it’s cool seeing other people start a journey in farming/homesteading. I started in 2018 with about 6 acres myself in MD. Had a house already on it and I didn’t use USDA but I looked into it. Didn’t work for me it is difficult to get. You could probably get a smaller tractor for what you pay for landscaping and do it yourself if you were trying to save money eventually. It’s always nice to have a tractor around. Definitely need a front end loader eventually especially in NY. Good luck with your farm!
Very impressed with all you are accomplishing. Do you intend to build a house for yourself on the farm? Are you currently living very close by? Love your "bye" at the end of all your videos.
So that's where you are! I used to follow your Fiver videos. Good for you, girl! That is the most responsible use of hard-earned freelance writing money I've seen! You've taken up farming just in time to avoid the big AI collapse of writing gigs. Gotta love those Amish!
I came across your channel through this video- case studies are incredibly valuable, and I'm eager to see more in the future! Building wealth involves establishing routines, like consistently setting aside funds at regular intervals for smart investments.
You're correct. I think the smartest way to go is to spread out your investments. By putting your money into different asset classes like bonds, real estate, and stocks from other countries, you can lower the risk if one part of the market goes bad.
That sounds like a good plan. In the past two years, working closely with a financial market specialist, I've built a six-figure diversified stock portfolio. Now, I aim to diversify even more this year.
I'm a newbie talking about a financial market specialist, do you consider anyone worthy of recommendations? I have about 10Ok to test the waters now that large cap stocks are at a discount
Merry Christmas to you as well! 🎄 🎅 🦌 🦌 I am so impressed with your build and business ideas. You'll recover costs eventually and you will probably make far more than you spend. 🙏♥️
its not detailed.... she left out the minor detail of what the building she's standing inside of filming cost... kinda matters. $1600/mo or $19200/yr is actually for most people a terrible investment
@@john22359 She said she covered that in another video. I'm so fortunate to receive this advice from a qualified financial professional such as yourself! Thank you for taking the time to comment your opinion of how detailed I felt the content was! Great use of time. 👍
Great job for doing this and informing people who are interested in buying land. Where do you live? Do you live in the barn or do you have a separate structure built for living? Can you build a tiny house on your land in Saratoga?
Starlink is 100% of the reason places like this are suddenly appealing. Lack of internet in the modern day is unrealistic. Can't even apply for a job without internet, let alone perform one. Astonishing it's not considered a utility.
You need the Amish to show you how to get rid of the starlink ripoff and ask where the dump is to include that trip once in a while to save big bucks. You also need 3 or blue spruce for a wind break on the building which is very nice.
You left out property tax & insurance. Once you start hosting events or workshops there, your insurance will become much more significant. If you are bundling insurance, I recommend looking into an Umbrella policy, which for me is very little, but adds a million dollars of piece of mind on top of every other policy I have should they run out. The county is going to start hitting you with unexpected assessments soon. But it seems like you are doing very well so far. Enjoying the videos!
I already have insurance - and it's not that much money! I will make more videos when the farm is open to the public... but this video is strictly for barns/barndos, homesteads, and people wanting to run cottage style businesses.
and she quickly glossed over paying for the building all in cash. So there is another $150-300K she does not take into account. Put that on a 10 year loan and you are looking at another $1,500-$3,000 month bill
@@AlexandraFasuloBiz most cheap agrotourism policies are worthless. A decemt policy to actually protect yourself is $5,000- $7,000 a year. That is what actual farmers I know pay for a policy, who do agrotourism.
@@vespermk I agree, that was my only critique. "Your gonna be surprise how less I pay, its only $1600 a month to run this farm" lol When she said 9 somethin a month for the land I surely thought the next cost was gonna be the building/s
@@hobbyist5075 Thank god there is at least one other sane person commenting on this channel. She is putting out some information. I'm not gonna say its mostly good, cause its not. She is making too many assumptions that lettuce and rabbit poo will pay all the bills. Her online freelancing gigs and youtube revenue is paying the bills. Which is fine. But she shouldn't be presenting that a little road stand bringing $25/day gross income is paying for the land and all the amenities. when it is not.
Consider “Ultra Low Cost Gardening (described by a book of the same title), or “Swamp Water “ fertilizer for your garden. The results are amazing and highly productive at almost no cost. We pass up such options out of ignorance and only buy into how corporate tells us to farm.
Your water pumps are electric for the boiler, but radiant floor is the best. Also barndos are easily much more efficient than stick build as well. Less thermal bridging and more insulation.
I've never seen anyone give such detailed info on probably the most important thing -finances. Thank you!
I bought 13 acres on a remote mountain in 2011 by using savings and borrowing money from friends, and then after having about half the property logged, paid them back. For the first 6 months, I lived out of a tent. Then I got an inexpensive old RV, then eventually built a small off grid house; all without debt. So it is possible to start a farm without debt. Most people can do it this way if they can find a place where its legal to start out this way. In NJ for instance, its illegal to camp on your own land.
But you did have debt. You borrowed from friends. Either way, nice work and congrats.
Yes, technically i did have interest free, short term, unsecured debt. If I had good credit, I might have been able to get the land by using zero interest short term promotional credit card debt.
I think the most important thing is to get unsecured, zero interest loans, because paying interest is the same as indentured servitude imo. Thanks for the reply.
Growing up in upstate NY a lot of my friends worked on family farms, which sadly are mostly gone. I hope to see more family farms coming back, you can’t tell me that there is no correlation between how we get our food today and the high rates of autism, cancer and other diseases that are so common now. We need to get back to the basics and grow/eat locally. So glad I came across your channel !
Well were getting ready to deport the majority of farm hands so be prepared for there to be even less farms moving forward.
Just want to say thank you for your videos! I have 12 acres myself and want to quit my 9 to 5 job to semi retire. The way you explain yourself and what you are doing absolutely amazes me. You give me inspiration to do more and get things done. I find the information priceless.
Thank you for sharing what you're experiencing in establishing yourself in a rural community. You're providing us with a lot of insight as to cost which is truly appreciated. This really helps an individual get a better idea as what they might expect to face in trying to work at making their dream come true.
Look forward to your itnext video. You're always very inciteful.
Marry Christmas to you and yours this Holiday. Pray that God would continue to richly bless you and keep you safe...
Blessings from Texas...🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Thank you so much - merry Christmas!
New guy here. Really like the vids and the information-it's pretty inspiring, and as a soon to be moving somewhere, where do I move to person, has a lot of appeal-looking forward to your cost breakdown vid of the barn, which is super impressive--really like the design and details, and aesthetics.
this series of your new build has been super inspirational! thank you! 🔥Very creative and thanks for sharing your experience
Wow Alexandra! You motivate me. The wheels in my head are turning. Thank you!
Don't let the loose screws of yours detach those wheels!
I've been following you on TT since the beginning of your post-Florida journey. I really dig what you're up to and appreciate your transparency. I also like all the credit you give the Amish. They seem like a really good group of people.
Good information! I hope this does become the norm. My husband and I are in our 60's and have grown our own garden every year and preserve the food. It's good eating in the winter as well as when it's fresh from the garden. Keep up the good work, young lady!
Girl , your awesome
We own 120 acre beautiful desert landscape
Im about to do what you are doing
I’m looking in to the best ways of doing this
So your information is very helpful
Thank you !
I first saw your videos on Instagram and then found your UA-cam! It has inspired me to start looking into buying land and starting a small farm!
Very important convo thanks for sharing the finances. Makes it seem much more doable for people. Merry Christmas!
That's awesome, we need people like you in congress , great job!
Thank you for the information, you do a good job of keeping everyone in the know about how to start a small farm. You are absolutely right about farmers they are in their 60’s or older.
she is cosplaying being a farmer, and doesn't do any actual farming, like a real farm does.
Thanks for sharing. I only recently followed your channel so I am confused about one thing esp. when comparing your costs to a 2 bedroom apartment. Do you LIVE in your barn/event center as well ?
Ignore the negative nellies. We absolutely NEED young people interested in these things ! Wish you all the luck in the world.
Lastly are you near or familiar with the folks at Flock Finger Lakes ?
And just think what your little plat of farming paradise could do to help the folks in your local area who're no longer able to adequately provide for themselves. Somehow, I believe you've given that topic a good deal of thought already, though. You are truly an outstanding exception to most younger folks these days. Thanks for your motivation and insight.
Your Energy is Amazing, Thank you for sharing - Happy Holidays and Happy New Year 🥰
Thank you! Merry Christmas!!
Hey Alexandra! I love your content! We just started the process of attaining land and becoming first time “hobby farmers”. Your barn is beautiful! I love the heated floor idea. We’re in FL so maybe not completely necessary but a great option nevertheless. I can’t wait to see what’s coming next for you!
Thank you so much!
You're very impressive young lady. Wish I was younger to do this and wish I wasn't partly disabled. It's a dream of mine to do what you're doing. God bless you for sharing. I will share every video I watch. 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
I say this with the utmost respect, Alex, you're a beautiful human being. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us!! Merry Christmas!!
Summary: 1600 / month
Plus the undisclosed price of the building
@@MisterLobb she detailed all her spenses in other videos she even shared her address which I don't recommend.
Thank you for showing me how possible this dream of mine is
Bravo to your endeavor and resilient survey for us to share with you.
Thank you SO MUCH for paving the way in financial transparency and in so many aspects of your journey! This video is just what I needed to budget some stuff. Thanks again!
You are awesome, I am totally on board and am starting my own farm in 2025 in rural NJ. Subscribed!
Thanks for another great video! Merry Christmas
Thank you for being open and honest.
She's anything but
We live in a rural area but in a suburban neighborhood. We just bought this house and have 0.34 acres, so not much land. We intended one growing, catching and raising as much food as possible. We just got meat rabbits last night and I can't wait for January to start our raised beds.
Consider looking into Vertical growing towers, With limited space it's your ideal solution you can grow well over 10X the yield in the exact same space the raised garden beds will take, leaving more room for everything else!
I want to look into how working with the USDA could work for me. I'm not sure you'll read this so I'll try to search your library. I think you're remarkable. You executed beautifully and are working 6 acres in a great location. Good for U!
Thank you so much ❤
@@AlexandraFasuloBiz You killed this. You earned the props!
All of your research and pioneering spirit is paying success dividends.
Since you’re not living in the barn building nor on the property, I find the comparison of a residential space with your “commercial” challenging. I’m sure a commercial space would also be significantly more in town but the context changes a lot. Hopefully you will get into more about your housing plans on the property in the new year. That would really indicate the creativity to “homestead” incrementally on land.
Appreciate your work and transparency. It is very timely for my family. Good work!
I love all of the info, thank you so much! You’re inspiring me! I feel like my dream is attainable, & that’s in a big way thanks to you! ❤ Happy Holidays & here’s hoping 2025 is even better! 🎄
thank You and Happy Holidays !
This is the video we needed Alex thank you! ❤
You're beautiful inside and out with God's beauty! Thank you for sharing these videos ❤I'm studying your UA-cam because I would love to move out of booming Idaho. I grew up here since a young boy so it's kind of scary changing locations. I'm 33 now but it all still seems confusing. You're very wise and inspiring ❤❤❤ thank you
Your voice is IDENTICAL to the girl who plays in Mr. Deeds (Winona Ryder) IMO - great channel ! I def am considering FarmLand my self in near future .
Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy new year
Thank you for sharing. Merry Christmas!
Hearing you breakdown the monthly cost may make the dream for many feel it’s a little more attainable which is good. Not sure if I missed it in the video but would you be willing to share a roundabout price for your structure. If too personal I understand. Just always wondered what Amish prices are like and if affordable. Thank you for the video😊
There’s a lot of parts to the total cost of the structure. I’ve been breaking it down on my substack I linked!
@@AlexandraFasuloBiz Scrolled the substack for what felt like an eternity, couldn't find any of this
A very refreshing presentation. I really appreciate your drama free, fact based approach. Look forward to future video. Can you please cover your construction design\decision process and discuss hiring an amazing alternative source like your Amish craftsmen.
Yes I have so much content to come!
Very nice! Just had my first child, and seriously considering moving to a more rural area!
The more you talk the more and more this is what I want. I’m just so lost as first steps. I’ve giving myself a 5 years. ❤
Soon that Farm will start making money for you!
It looks amazing.
Great message, as usual !! Thanks for bringing us along on your journey. Merry Christmas 🎄 and Best Wishes for Good Health and Prosperity ❤.
I always love and appreciate transparency especially when it comes to finances! Thank you for sharing your journey 👩🌾
I have fun doing it!
So grateful for you and this channel. Found you and Instagram and will keep following. Not sure if I could do something like this. But I want to support this channel. So so proud of your journey.
Congratulations on this life you’ve made!
your videos make me so happy because I am happy for you.
This is amazing! Great information and ideas. Definitely loving the sustainable farming as well. I'm subscribed and following!
The financial cost breakdowns are interesting. Looking forward to more . Is the barn suitable for residential living on occasion? Happy Christmas. Best of luck in 2025.😊
Hey, something might help, I used to keep honeybees on this lady’s organic farm, where it was idle property “she rented”, where one spot was 60 acres. Just in case you see the cause to have more land to farm but can’t foresee long term commitment. Sometimes paying taxes is all that’s asked! I think she’s retired now, but renting extra land is always an option!
I agree. Beekeeping would be great, especially with all the wild flowers. You would just need to have plants that bloom in rotation from April-September. Honey/wax is a great market. You certainly have the space to process it.
@ For me that’s days gone by, not even possible. Where I simply mentioned what I did have going many years ago as a reference point! But if you’re interested, it’s much more complicated today, where there’s the pest of yesterday and new pests that constantly add to the expenses as well as drama of beekeeping. Like beetles and ccd. But if you desire to give it a go, good luck!
@Noone-rt6pw I replied to the wrong person, sorry.
@@joebeach7759 No big deal. Beekeeping I had a lot of money in and it was therapeutic. Which anyone is interested it’d be good to take up beekeeping. In the 70’s before the varroa mites were brought in, there used to be clover all over the place and likewise honeybees. Only ones got stung were those that went messing with them. A bees interest is gathering nectar, not attacking as it stings that’s the end of its life! Yet it’s physically demanding and good for a person!
she doesn't even farm her own land, why would she need more not to actually farm.
this is all cosplay farming, if you are not aware.
The wood and lighting look so beautiful
Very Nice!
Almost 50 here & planning to go in a similar direction. Best of luck to your future!
What a great positive direction you are going in! Bravo! Thanks for the info.
What an awesome deal.. MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEARS WISHING YOU AND YOURS MANY BLESSINGS
Clever. Well done. Hope your clever approach does become the norm.
Merry Christmas and happy new year !
Merry Christmas to you too. Well done and all the best for next year! 🎉
Thanks so much for sharing. Trying out the same, but in Portugal instead of the US. But heartening to hear your plans nevertheless.
Thanks for the vid. Interesting to see what it's like in other countries :)
A bit of acoustic treatment in that building would be a bonus if there were kids in there
Thank you! I am looking forward to my own homestead! Looking now!
I live in central valley California and i really like your videos keep it up. Your an inspiration i want my own little spread as well.
400$ less than what we pay for our two room apartment in Florida
I am seriously not trying to detour anyone getting into farming. The world has a food shortage and it's a great way of life. However, many, many ppl don't have a clue and jump into it. I am just saying many farms/homesteads close quickly due to poor research. The best research is going to a farm where you want to farm and explain your goals and ask if you can do some work as a temp to get an idea of what you're getting into. The farmer will probably give you better advice for your area and how to run it than youtube. Also be clear about the scale you're trying to do and methods you're into.
Hello... Thanks for always sharing your knowledge and experience with obtaining and managing your land.
I just discovered you today. This is very helpful. Thank you!
You're lovely, love your enthusiasm
You're also very easy to listen too
That house is so beautiful especially with that tree in the background. I wish there were Amish in the Houston area. When I purchased my farm, the realtor did not tell me there was a $30,000 fine if you stop farming in Texas. Here, if you lose Ag exemption, there is a steep fine.
I think you're doing a great job & will see continued success. You're perfect in front of the camera as well. Detailed, well spoken & beautiful, an absolute joy to watch such a classy lady. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas & Happy New Year, as well as an even better 2025! ❤
You got an incredible price on your propane fill. I missed the part about the cost of the building.
that was a really good price.
Her electric is really low as well because she is paying for the heat in propane... electric heat GUZZLES kWh's.
Still very impressive. I need to replace my windows or put more insulation in, because my electric is horrendous in the winter, and I put the thermostat on 70, not too wild.
she glossed over it. She paid for it cash.... with moneys from another gig
I am loving your videos. Although I just turned 60, I am really hopeful to mirror what you are doing in the new year to come. It has been a dream for a long time. So, 2025 is the year I will truly pursue it. Thus, your intel is so helpful. Heres wishing you a very Happy Holiday and a prosperous 2025. Cheers!
Thank you so much. To a prosperous new year to you too!
Pursue your passion[s] and your dreams Sheryl...you can do it!
I am not far behind you Sheryl. I plan to get land soon and hopefully produce enough to make a living from it.
Sounds great. I love the barn, and look forward to seeing what happens in 2025!
Congratulations it’s cool seeing other people start a journey in farming/homesteading. I started in 2018 with about 6 acres myself in MD. Had a house already on it and I didn’t use USDA but I looked into it. Didn’t work for me it is difficult to get.
You could probably get a smaller tractor for what you pay for landscaping and do it yourself if you were trying to save money eventually. It’s always nice to have a tractor around. Definitely need a front end loader eventually especially in NY. Good luck with your farm!
I discovered your channel today when I was looking for info on rabbits. So glad I came a cross this content. It's amazing and inspiring!
Good on you and for sharing. Merry Christmas!
Very impressed with all you are accomplishing. Do you intend to build a house for yourself on the farm? Are you currently living very close by? Love your "bye" at the end of all your videos.
So that's where you are! I used to follow your Fiver videos. Good for you, girl! That is the most responsible use of hard-earned freelance writing money I've seen! You've taken up farming just in time to avoid the big AI collapse of writing gigs. Gotta love those Amish!
Timing is everything! I loved freelancing from 2014-2023 but trends do come and go
I came across your channel through this video-
case studies are incredibly valuable, and I'm eager
to see more in the future! Building wealth involves
establishing routines, like consistently setting aside
funds at regular intervals for smart investments.
You're correct. I think the smartest way to go is
to spread out your investments. By putting
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countries, you can lower the risk if one part of
the market goes bad.
That sounds like a good plan. In the past two
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Thank you Alexandra. That was thorough. Yes, I agree with your statements.
Merry Christmas to you as well! 🎄 🎅 🦌 🦌
I am so impressed with your build and business ideas. You'll recover costs eventually and you will probably make far more than you spend. 🙏♥️
That is my hope!
You're a smart girl, all the best for you in 2025!
❤Thank you for the detailed video 📹 and congratulations on ya for going for it! 💯
thank you so much! It's been a wild ride so far lol.
Cute, love what you have done with the space 🥰🥰🥰
Just discovered this channel through tic toc video. Very intelligent woman. Very creative.
Love the detailed financial content. Thank you!
its not detailed.... she left out the minor detail of what the building she's standing inside of filming cost... kinda matters. $1600/mo or $19200/yr is actually for most people a terrible investment
@@john22359 She said she covered that in another video. I'm so fortunate to receive this advice from a qualified financial professional such as yourself! Thank you for taking the time to comment your opinion of how detailed I felt the content was! Great use of time. 👍
@ what video?
@@EdwardM21 ok Alexandra ;)
WOW!
I am impressed. You have done well.
Great job for doing this and informing people who are interested in buying land. Where do you live? Do you live in the barn or do you have a separate structure built for living? Can you build a tiny house on your land in Saratoga?
God bless you and Merry Christmas.
You’re amazing. Mushrooms and worms would complement bees very well I think.
Starlink is 100% of the reason places like this are suddenly appealing.
Lack of internet in the modern day is unrealistic. Can't even apply for a job without internet, let alone perform one. Astonishing it's not considered a utility.
You need the Amish to show you how to get rid of the starlink ripoff and ask where the dump is to include that trip once in a while to save big bucks. You also need 3 or blue spruce for a wind break on the building which is very nice.
dang! your grievance with starlink is showing.
You left out property tax & insurance. Once you start hosting events or workshops there, your insurance will become much more significant. If you are bundling insurance, I recommend looking into an Umbrella policy, which for me is very little, but adds a million dollars of piece of mind on top of every other policy I have should they run out. The county is going to start hitting you with unexpected assessments soon.
But it seems like you are doing very well so far. Enjoying the videos!
I already have insurance - and it's not that much money! I will make more videos when the farm is open to the public... but this video is strictly for barns/barndos, homesteads, and people wanting to run cottage style businesses.
and she quickly glossed over paying for the building all in cash. So there is another $150-300K she does not take into account. Put that on a 10 year loan and you are looking at another $1,500-$3,000 month bill
@@AlexandraFasuloBiz most cheap agrotourism policies are worthless.
A decemt policy to actually protect yourself is $5,000- $7,000 a year.
That is what actual farmers I know pay for a policy, who do agrotourism.
@@vespermk I agree, that was my only critique. "Your gonna be surprise how less I pay, its only $1600 a month to run this farm" lol When she said 9 somethin a month for the land I surely thought the next cost was gonna be the building/s
@@hobbyist5075 Thank god there is at least one other sane person commenting on this channel. She is putting out some information. I'm not gonna say its mostly good, cause its not. She is making too many assumptions that lettuce and rabbit poo will pay all the bills. Her online freelancing gigs and youtube revenue is paying the bills. Which is fine. But she shouldn't be presenting that a little road stand bringing $25/day gross income is paying for the land and all the amenities. when it is not.
Consider “Ultra Low Cost Gardening (described by a book of the same title), or “Swamp Water “ fertilizer for your garden. The results are amazing and highly productive at almost no cost.
We pass up such options out of ignorance and only buy into how corporate tells us to farm.
Your water pumps are electric for the boiler, but radiant floor is the best. Also barndos are easily much more efficient than stick build as well. Less thermal bridging and more insulation.
Merry Christmas to you and the reader of this post.
Same to you!!
Happy Christmas beautiful.
Love your channel. Merry Christmas 🎄
Merry Christmas!
How much did the Amish built Barn/Building cost?