Market Farming

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MMA>When I read about getting a business loan in which to purchase a farm, I
MA>thought how about shopping around for a place of residence that happens to
MA>be a small farm.  Then just get a reg. morgage, then just start farming, 
and
MA>of course keep your day job :).
I looked into this a few years back and found that (here anyway) the
banks were willing to do it but would only consider the value of the
house and one acre for financing. If you wanted more acres, you would
have to get the money for them somewhere else.