Can You Provide Video Tours or Remote Showings for Out-of-Area Buyers?

Yes — Jared Ritz Real Estate offers video tours and live remote showings for out-of-area buyers, but also emphasizes why an in-person visit remains essential before making an offer on a rural or equestrian property.

Buying Rural Property from Afar: The Convenience — and the Caution

If you’re searching for equestrian or acreage property in Southwest Washington but live elsewhere, remote tools make the process easier than ever.
Video tours and live virtual showings allow buyers to preview multiple properties without travel — an invaluable advantage in a region where listings can span several counties and hours of driving.

But even with today’s technology, nothing replaces standing on the property in person before making a final decision.
When it comes to horses, land, and rural living, seeing — and feeling — the space matters.

1. Video Tours Help Narrow the Field

Jared provides personalized video walkthroughs for every out-of-area client.
These tours showcase:

• Barn layouts and fencing condition

• Pasture drainage and slope

• Driveway access for horse trailers

• Overall property layout and usability

Each video is filmed to show the practical details equestrian buyers care about most — helping you determine whether a property is worth pursuing further.

You can also explore full tours on Jared Ritz Real Estate’s YouTube Channel, which features current and past listings across Clark, Lewis, and Skamania Counties, plus educational content about acreage and equestrian ownership.

2. Remote Showings Make Long-Distance Buying Possible

For buyers unable to visit immediately, Jared offers live video showings via FaceTime, Zoom, or Google Meet.
These real-time walkthroughs allow you to:

• Ask questions about layout, condition, and setting

• Focus on key areas like barns, fencing, or outbuildings

• Evaluate noise, traffic, and neighboring properties

Remote tours are especially useful for relocation buyers, second-home investors, or anyone evaluating multiple rural properties at once.

3. Why You Should Still See the Property in Person

Even the best video tour can’t capture everything that defines a rural property’s value or livability.

Here’s why an in-person visit still matters before writing an offer:

A. Land Feels Different in Person

Video can’t convey slope, scale, or how the ground handles water underfoot.
You’ll instantly notice whether pastures drain properly, how compact the soil is, or if the arena footing feels right.

B. Surroundings Affect Livability

Photos and video rarely show off-site realities — nearby logging, road noise, or neighboring land use. Standing on the property tells you whether the setting matches your vision of rural peace and privacy.

C. Sensory Details Matter

Smells from livestock or nearby farms, the direction of wind and sun exposure, even how horses might react to their environment — these are details you can only experience in person.

D. Inspections Don’t Replace Experience

Even if inspections confirm that a barn or well is in good working order, only an in-person visit lets you see how the property functions day to day.

4. Jared’s Recommended Approach for Out-of-Area Buyers

The most effective buying process combines both approaches:

This hybrid method saves time and travel — but ensures your final decision is grounded in firsthand experience.

5. What Jared’s YouTube Tours Offer

On the Jared Ritz Real Estate YouTube Channel, you’ll find:

• Guided tours of active equestrian and acreage listings

• Examples of sold properties to benchmark value

• Local spotlights on rural communities and trail systems

• Buyer tips on evaluating fencing, soil, and infrastructure

These videos are designed to educate buyers before they travel — helping you understand what to expect and what to prioritize when you arrive.

FAQs: Remote Showings and Property Visits

Can I make an offer based on a video tour alone?
Yes, though it’s not ideal. Some buyers purchase remotely, but Jared strongly recommends an in-person visit (even a quick one) before committing to a rural property.

What if I can’t travel right away?
You can write an offer contingent on an in-person walkthrough — this allows time to visit before final commitment.

Do you include barns and land in your video tours?
Always. Every tour highlights the full property — fencing, arenas, driveways, outbuildings, and pasture layout.

Do you work with out-of-state buyers?
Yes. Many of Jared’s clients relocate to Southwest Washington from Oregon, California, and beyond.

Expert Insight: Video Tours Inform, Visits Confirm

In rural real estate, video and remote tours are powerful tools — but walking the land confirms the reality behind the screen.
A property can look perfect in video, but in person you’ll sense the details that define true usability and value.

As a Southwest Washington acreage and equestrian specialist, Jared helps clients combine the best of both worlds — detailed remote previews and hands-on property visits that lead to confident, well-informed purchases.

Contact Jared Ritz Real Estate at 360-612-2079
and explore current listings on YouTube to preview equestrian and acreage properties across Clark, Lewis, and Skamania Counties.
Then schedule your in-person visit when you’re ready to see how the land truly feels beneath your boots.