Ready to take the next step
Buying or leasing?
When you or your rider is ready to move on from lesson horses, there are several options available. Both purchasing and sometimes leasing are options. There are advantages to both. When selecting a suitable mount, many factors need to be taken into consideration. Please allow our experience and knowledgeable staff to help make this process as productive as possible.
Leasing a horse or pony has the advantage of not being tied down to the longer-term commitment. Lease terms can vary. Sometimes free leases are available. But most involve a lease fee paid to the owner, with varying conditions negotiable. Once a suitable mount is chosen, and the various terms discussed and agreed upon, all associated horse ownership fees are the responsibility of the lessee. Occasionally, it may be advantageous to seek a ½ lease. Spitting the costs and the time commitment involved with a full lease may be the best solution for some.
When deciding to purchase a horse or pony it is important to allow us to help find a suitable one. Kismet farm charges a customary 10% commission on all horses bought, sold, or leased on the property. We will help to make the best match for our riders, taking all the various factors into consideration. We pride ourselves on integrity in our dealings, with the clients’ goals serving as the guide.
Very often we are asked “what all is involved with ownership?” Deciding to become a horse owner is a large commitment, both time wise, and financial. Customary fees are board, farrier, lessons, training, and routine/ maintenance veterinary services. Other cost factors are basic equipment provided by owners such as saddle, bridle, bits, tack trunk, blankets, jumping boots, halters (shipping and stable), leg wraps (standing and polo) Bevals back pad, show fees and equipment, etc… The time commitment involved is great as well. Ultimately, the horses give us more in return…
