If you're selling a horse, you know that buyers may request installment payment plans. Being open to this option can increase the number of potential buyers for your horse. But if you want the transaction to go smoothly, you must make sure that you're informed and prepared.
You are entitled to the return of your deposit. If you have incurred other costs like a deposit on stable or vetting etc then you would have a reasonable case to reclaim those through the small claims court.
Discuss terms of the agreement with your agent and get them on paper before you begin looking at horses. Standard commissions range between 10 percent and 15 percent and may apply to both the buyer's and seller's agents. Agree ahead of time what your budget will be and if the commission must be included in your budget.
Setting up the payment plan Calculate the total amount due and the payment schedule. Determine the payment amounts, due dates and payment method. Write the agreement, detailing the payment plan. Include the date of the agreement and the parties involved. Get both parties to sign the agreement.
Paperwork on a horse can be Coggins results, bill of sale, health certificates, brand inspection, etc. Registered horses have a paper that gives registration number, foaling place and owner name and city/state. Unregistered horses can have papers. I bought a horse where 2 owners back hadn't sent in transfer paperwork.
Including a clear description of the payment plan Clearly state the date the payment plan agreement is being created. List the full names of the parties involved in the agreement. Provide an itemized list of the payments that need to be made, including the payment amount and due date for each payment.
If you're selling a horse, you know that buyers may request installment payment plans. Being open to this option can increase the number of potential buyers for your horse. But if you want the transaction to go smoothly, you must make sure that you're informed and prepared.