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The Perfect Floor for Your Horse Stable

By On April 6, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, How To Buy A Horse Property

When you’re in charge of building a stable for your horses, you need to make sure you are using the right materials for the flooring.

When taking care of your pet, cattle, or any animal, we need to be extra careful and mindful of their health and comfort. Taking care of small animals is relatively easy and cheap. But it can cost a lot when we are raising and taking care of animals such as a horse. To cut down the costs, we should take good care of our horse’s wellbeing so that we don’t have to spend extra treating it.

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Considerations When Purchasing a Horse Property With Young Children

By On March 31, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In How To Buy A Horse Property

Growing up with horses is exciting for any child. Whether you grew up with them, yourself, or you’ve been in the leasing and boarding business for a while, you might be considering buying a horse property of your own. And chances are, your kids are excited about it. After all, what child wouldn’t want to grow up with horses all around?

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How to Transform Your Garage Into a Stable

By On March 8, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse

Many people love horses but don’t have enough land on their property to build a stable from scratch. Because of this, you might think that their dream of owning a horse can never become a reality. Nothing could be further from the truth – as long as they have an empty garage.
The garage is actually an extremely versatile place that can be used for more things than you can imagine – including being converted into a stable. We hope that after reading this article, you will know how to do it in your own garage – especially since, in reality, it’s not as hard as it might seem. 

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Tips for restoring an old horse barn

By On February 25, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, Everything Else

Looking at that old horse barn, it slowly starts becoming obvious that it has seen better days. Time flies by, the wear and tear start to show, and the years of heavy rain, snow, and baking summers don’t forget to leave their mark. But now, while the construction still bravely defies gravity, it’s time to set it to rights. Be it for a cosmetic update or radical renovation – we’ve rounded up some tips for restoring an old horse barn that will help you give its four-hoofed lodgers a proper home.

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Necessary Upgrades You Should Make To Your Horse Farm

By On February 4, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse

Maintenance and upgrades are key on a horse farm. If you have an especially old property, this task may be a bit daunting. For many horse ranches, these tasks are not only expensive but physically demanding. Many farm owners even spend their entire lives maintaining the integrity of their farm.
A functional space that keeps your horses healthy with a good resale value requires sacrifice. However, with the right information, maintenance doesn’t need to be a taxing chore. Instead, you can have the farm of your dreams in little to no time.

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The social needs of a horse

By On February 2, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse

Concerning social needs, the horse requires at least one constant companion with whom it can maintain full contact.

Full contact

“Full contact” means that the horse can not only see and sniff companions, but also interact with them smoothly and continuously. This is possible when horses live in a horse farm with a companion, […]

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How to Create the Perfect Space for Your Home-Based Business

By On January 31, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In Everything Else

There are so many benefits of running a home-based business at your horse farm, with tax advantages, low overhead costs, and more flexibility in your day being just a few of them. However, it’s important to have a dedicated home office space that can be used solely for your business, as this will allow you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, reduce household distractions, and boost productivity all week long.
If you’re ready to cut out your commute and make more time for barn chores, it’s time to create a space to work from home. Check out these tips, brought to you by Horse Properties, to learn how.

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Obtaining a Mortgage for an Equestrian Estate

By On January 28, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In How To Buy A Horse Property

Buying an equestrian estate or a horse farm is an exciting undertaking. However, it can also be an enormous financial stressor. It is common to rely on a mortgage to buy an estate. Long-term planning is smart, which will allow you plenty of time to get organized. Here are some useful tips to help you prepare for the mortgage process and become an astute future estate owner.

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Building a Horse Property from the Ground Up

By On January 24, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, Everything Else, How To Buy A Horse Property

Have a Clear Vision
Among other forms of agricultural investments, horse farming is the most challenging. To make it a big success, you should have a clear vision. For instance, decide what you want from the horse property? Some people plan to go towards breeding, while others wish to add a riding facility. Having a horse stud is another option. Depending on the vision, you can plan your budget, material, and timeline.

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Common mistakes people make when buying a horse property

By On January 19, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In How To Buy A Horse Property

There are many things to consider when buying your own equestrian property. As simple as it may seem, you should pay attention to certain characteristics of the property listing in question. Namely, purchasing an adequate horse property is not the same as buying typical property. Consequently, people who are new or inexperienced when it comes to this kind of purchase may not be aware of this.

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