EQUESTRIAN LIVING ARTICLES
Our latest Equestrian Real Estate articles offer advice and tips on buying, selling and owning an Equestrian Property.
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Current Rural Home Market Conditions in the Greater Golden Horseshoe
Current Rural Home Market Conditions in the Greater Golden Horseshoe.How bad is it really? Most of us have been paying close attention to the current market conditions. Whether you are in the industry, actively in the market, or not, it is easy to see things have...
Environmental Zoning On Your Rural Property
If you’re buying a rural home there's a good chance you have a serious appreciation for nature, green spaces and wildlife. You may also have an affinity for protecting those spaces. It is not uncommon for rural homes to come with a section that is protected by...
Understanding the Managed Forest Tax Incentive Program
What is the Managed Forest Tax Incentive Program? Property owners that meet certain criteria can be eligible for a tax reduction on their property taxes based on their willingness and ability to participate in the Managed Forest Program. Essentially you become the...
Leasing Out Your Horse Farm – Key Components To Your Lease
Part 1 in our "Horse Farm Leasing" Series. An article for owners that covers the 10 key components to have in your lease agreement when you are renting out your horse farm. There is no standard lease agreement for renting out your horse farm. Each lease is going to be...
Renters: Before You Lease A Horse Barn
Part 2 in our "Horse Farm Leasing" series. An article for Renters. Have a Lawyer Review Your Lease Before You Sign It It is a great idea to have a lawyer review your lease to make sure you, your horses and if applicable, your clients, are all protected. Commercial and...
6 Common Questions About Leasing An Equestrian Facility
Part 3, and the final part to your "Horse Farm Lease" series. These are some common questions we've been asked and thought it a good idea to share the answers with you all. What should I do if I am leasing out my facility to a trainer and keeping my horses at the...
Our Favourite Horse Barn Designs
I have always been in awe of architects and architecture! The great ones are able to take your vision and bring it to life in amazing ways. In today's modern era I am constantly impressed by what I see in home designs, and especially horse barn designs. Some of the...
5 Factors Affecting Horse Farm Prices in Ontario
If you’ve been watching the equestrian real estate market in Ontario, you might have seen that prices are on the rise and have been for some time. We’ve been watching the price trends closely over the years. As of writing this article, in October 2020, here are some...
What Does It Cost to Build an Equestrian Facility?
In this article, we are going to cover some of the basic costs that go into build a barn, indoor arena, outdoor arena, fencing and even footing. This is a great place to start for anyone looking to build an equestrian facility! And because we cover all facets of such...
The 6 Best Places to Buy A Horse Farm in Ontario
If you've been wondering where to best places to buy a horse farm in Ontario are, check out our list of the 6 best towns to buy a horse farm below. Ontario has an ideal countryside for horse properties. The rolling hills and grassy meadows set against tree-lined...