by C. Anne Baker

Each horse racing partnership is distinctive, offering different benefits and perks to its partners. Of the many benefits available, the most important is affordability. Without having the option to be part of a horse racing partnership, the dream of becoming an owner of a racehorse would be impossible for many as the cost is far too much for most individuals to absorb alone.

As an owner in a horse racing partnership, you will only be responsible for paying a percentage of the ownership costs, depending on how many shares you wish to purchase. Your expenditure responsibility will also match your share percentage.

Investors in a racehorse can find partnerships offering ownerships as small as 1% up to 45%. Just remember that the percentage you commit to will govern your subsequent share of any purse money. Committing to 1% of the purchase cost may be easy, but receiving 1% of the earnings may not be so attractive. Whatever share you choose, remember it’s nothing more than a beginning and you will be an owner, no matter what the percentage. Moreover, as time passes, further shares may become available for you to pick up so that you can increase your ownership.

Examples of just a few of the extra perks afforded to horse racing partnerships are:

* Qualifying for a State Owner’s License

* Entry to the Backstretch

* Access Pass to Stables and Paddock

* Potential To Chat With The Trainer About Your Horse

* Watch As Your Horse Trains

* Free Track Parking Usually In a Separate Owners’ Area

* Special Seating

* Opportunity to Get Your Picture Taken In The Winner’s Circle With Your Winner

* Portion of the Purse, Commensurate With Your Ownership Percentage

* Partnership Newsletter and Periodic Meetings

* Phone and/or Email Updates and Progress Reports

* Miscellaneous Subscriptions and Memberships to Racing Entities

* Shareholders’ Get Together Each Year

* Additional Features, Including Travel Assistance – (help making necessary reservations, etc.).

* And Possibly What’s Most Important – Possible Glory

A wealth of openings are out there for prospective owners who wish to involve themselves in the Sport of Kings. Maybe the time has arrived to do some serious shopping to locate your particular ideal horse racing partnership. One that will suit your finances and circumstances is just waiting to be found. Get involved and make that once in a lifetime dream a reality!

About the Author:
C. Anne Baker’s life has involved thoroughbred horseracing and breeding for many years. She also contributes to horseracing charities. For a short period, visitors to her web site PartnersInThoroughbreds.com can receive her notable guide Becoming Involved A horseracing Partnership

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