Finance Archives - Your Horse Farm An Equestrian Lifestyle Blog - Resources for Every Horse Farm Wed, 21 Jun 2023 15:43:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 Summer Horse Jobs for Teens (or Adults!) https://yourhorsefarm.com/summer-horse-jobs-for-teens-or-adults/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=summer-horse-jobs-for-teens-or-adults Fri, 05 May 2023 12:00:28 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=37711 When I was a teen, I worked the same job every summer—babysitting. It was fun, but looking back now, I wish I would have been a little more adventurous. I rode horses nearly every day back then, so why didn’t I consider getting a summer job that involved my favorite animal?! If you’re interested, I’ve...

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]]> 10 Mistakes Beginner Horse Owners Make https://yourhorsefarm.com/10-mistakes-beginner-horse-owners-make/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=10-mistakes-beginner-horse-owners-make Tue, 11 Apr 2023 20:17:49 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=37625 Owning a horse is a wonderful adventure! It definitely has some ups and downs. There’s a lot that goes into taking care of them from the fun parts like riding to the more labor-intense activities like mucking stalls and cleaning water buckets. As long as you avoid these common mistakes made by beginner horse owners,...

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]]> The Pros & Cons of Keeping Backyard Horses https://yourhorsefarm.com/the-pros-cons-of-keeping-backyard-horses/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-pros-cons-of-keeping-backyard-horses Mon, 13 Mar 2023 19:55:13 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=37409 There are many wonderful perks to having your horses at home! Most riders would love a small barn and a few acres to keep a couple of horses on. There’s nothing quite as nice as waking up and seeing horses from your kitchen window. You’d be just a short walk to your barn. Before you...

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]]> When Breaking Up is Best https://yourhorsefarm.com/when-breaking-up-is-best/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=when-breaking-up-is-best Mon, 28 Nov 2022 15:23:59 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=36790 If you are a beginner rider, have you ever wondered if your current trainer or farm is the best for you in achieving your goals? Have you questioned when it is time to change instructors so you have the opportunity to grow your skills and advance? Have you created goals for yourself, and will the...

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]]> Budget-Friendly Tips for Horse Owners https://yourhorsefarm.com/budget-friendly-tips-for-horse-owners/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=budget-friendly-tips-for-horse-owners Wed, 20 Jul 2022 16:05:54 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=36710 Everyone is feeling the pressure of inflation right now. Horse owners are experiencing higher costs for grain, hay, sawdust, boarding, and building materials. Most are looking for ways to cut costs and stretch their budget. Owning a horse isn’t cheap, but there are ways to make it more affordable. It doesn’t matter if you board...

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]]> How to Budget for Horses https://yourhorsefarm.com/how-to-budget-for-horses/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-budget-for-horses Wed, 22 Jun 2022 14:27:47 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=36708 If you’re a horse owner or considering buying a horse, understanding how to budget for your equine friend is crucial to effectively manage the costs associated with horse ownership. However, sometimes just saying the word “budget” and we cringe. But, whether we’re business owners or private horse owners, sticking to a well-thought-out budget alleviates the...

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]]> To Buy or Lease – That Is the Question!?!?! https://yourhorsefarm.com/to-buy-or-lease-that-is-the-question/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=to-buy-or-lease-that-is-the-question Wed, 20 Apr 2022 15:25:34 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=36577 What if you have the time needed for caring for a horse but lack the funds to pay for all the horse’s expenses. Suppose you have the funds to comfortably pay for your horse, but you are unsure about horse ownership for the long haul. Many riders would love to have a horse of their...

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]]> Thinking About Selling Your Spare Tack?  https://yourhorsefarm.com/thinking-about-selling-your-spare-tack/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=thinking-about-selling-your-spare-tack Tue, 19 Apr 2022 19:48:14 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=36571  as well as selling that spare tack we are no longer using. If you are anything  like me, and many other horse people I know, we have a habit of keeping tack, and other  horse related items, way longer than we need to, simply because “we might need that.”  Though this is true in some...

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]]> How to Find and Choose a Good Contractor to Build Your RAMM Stalls https://yourhorsefarm.com/how-to-choose-a-good-contractor-to-build-your-ramm-stalls/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-choose-a-good-contractor-to-build-your-ramm-stalls Wed, 15 Sep 2021 13:03:53 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=36019 Now you are wondering if you should install them or find a reputable contractor to do it for you?  Here are some ideas and tips on working with a contractor, from over 30 years of working with stall customers at RAMM.  First, be sure to purchase your stalls as soon as you can. Good planning...

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]]> How to Find and Select Your Fence Installer https://yourhorsefarm.com/how-to-find-your-fence-installer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-find-your-fence-installer Wed, 15 Sep 2021 12:51:57 +0000 https://yourhorsefarm.flywheelsites.com/?p=36010 And finding the right fence installer to build it for you, (if you choose to not install it yourself), can be the most important part of completing a long-lasting fence system.  With a few pointers, you will be able to choose the best person to install your RAMM Flex Fence.   First, it is helpful to...

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