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Horse Property Checklist: 50 Things to Look for Before You Buy

admin — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:14:19 +0000

Buying a horse property is very different from buying a traditional home. A beautiful farmhouse might catch your eye, but if the fencing is unsafe, the drainage is poor, or the barn isn’t designed for daily horse care, those problems can quickly become expensive.

Whether you’re purchasing your first horse farm or upgrading to a larger equestrian estate, knowing what to evaluate before making an offer can save thousands of dollars and years of frustration.

Use this comprehensive horse property checklist before purchasing your next equestrian property.

Is Your Horse Drinking Enough Water? A Summer Reminder Every Horse Owner Should Read

admin — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:43:05 +0000

When summer temperatures rise, most horse owners pay close attention to sweat, flies, and heat indexes. But one of the most important aspects of your horse’s health is often overlooked: water intake.

Dehydration can develop quickly during hot weather and may lead to decreased performance, digestive issues, impaction colic, heat stress, and other serious health concerns. Fortunately, recognizing the signs and encouraging proper hydration can make a significant difference.

What Makes a Barn Feel Expensive (Without Spending a Fortune)

admin — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:09:52 +0000

When most people think of a luxury barn, they picture soaring ceilings, custom timber framing, imported fixtures, and a construction budget that rivals a custom home. While those features certainly create an impressive first impression, they aren’t what truly make a barn feel expensive.

In reality, some of the most appealing equestrian facilities achieve a high-end look through thoughtful design, organization, and attention to detail—not necessarily through a massive budget.

Parrish Farms Brings Elite Yaupon Colt to OBS June Sale

admin — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 22:45:44 +0000

George Parrish Jr.'s Parrish Farms has a small but powerful consignment to the Ocala Breeders' Sales June 2-Year-Olds in Training and Horses of Racing Age Sale, including a Yaupon colt whose elite pedigree and talent make up for the lack of quantity.

Why Many Horse Owners Eventually Form LLCs

admin — Thu, 28 May 2026 14:09:01 +0000

At some point, many horse owners begin asking the same question: should this operation be under an LLC?

For some, the thought comes after adding a few boarders to the barn. For others, it happens after starting a lesson program, purchasing a farm, breeding horses, hosting clinics, or simply realizing how much money is flowing in and out of the horse side of life.

Dollars & Sense: Flutter's Savings, Racing's Big Loss

admin — Tue, 26 May 2026 11:37:03 +0000

Dollars & Sense with Frank Angst looks at Flutter's decision to phase out FanDuel TV, another case of racing and pari-mutuel wagering being small potatoes for a large company interested in other forms of gaming.