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Why Signature Sport Horse Viewing & Sales?

www.SVSHorseSales.com

• Consign Your Horse: The best viewing times are given to horses consigned early. Signature Sport Horse Viewing & Sales

carefully screens prospective entries in an attempt to ensure Horse quality, authenticity and realistic market value pricing.

If you are looking to sell a top quality Sport Horse, consign as early as possible to maximize your exposure. You should

think 3-4 months before an event. Deadline to consign your horse is July 2, 2012. A late fee will be applied if you wish

to consign after the deadline.

• Take Advantage of Advertising: Excellent quality or professional photos included with your early consignment are

essential and can be used in pre-auction ads and promotional materials. Include your photos, the papers or passport of the

Horse featured in Signature Sport Horse Viewing & Sales ad campaign must accompany your Preliminary Consignment

Form.

• Have Your Paperwork Correct: Correct papers or passport, properly completed forms, and pre-paid fees will expedite

your registration process. Help us help you. Complete and accurate descriptions and history of your Horse assists the

promotion of the Horse during the auction preview and assist the auctioneers in describing your Horse while in the auction

ring.

• Instructions: Prepare your horse for viewing by body clipping, pulling the mane, and proper shoeing a minimum of one

week before Viewing Week will maximize your efforts and ours to generate positive results for your Horse for the event.

Cooperation and carefully following instructions provided by the auction staff will get your Horse positioned and ready for

sale with minimal fuss and hassle.

Throughout its rich 6 year history, the Signature Sport Horse Viewing & Sales has become world renowned for offering the finest selection of quality Sport Horses, outstanding professional service, and capturing a sales success second to none. If you are looking to sell a Sport Horse, Signature Sport Horse Viewing & Sales will work to get you the best price possible. Here are some important tips that will maximize your selling experience at Signature Sport Horse Viewing & Sales …

Preparation: Before the Event

NO Reserve

"No Reserve" means that your Horse will be sold, regardless of the bid offered. Typically, No Reserve Horses generate a higher, more frenzied level of bidding activity because the buyers know that the Horse will be sold to the highest bidder. Make no mistake, No Reserve Horses can generate the most exciting moments at the auction. Make your decision carefully or ask our staff for assistance.

• Check-in Early: Have plenty of time to get your Horse in for the Viewing Week, thus allowing as many prospective buyers

as possible to view your Horse and attend the "First Look" Preview Party held during the Viewing Week.

• Detail Your Horse: Prepare your Horse, send the horse to SVS body clipped with new shoes and ready to show.

This enhances the appearance of your horse. A fully detailed horse is significantly more attractive to interested buyers.

• Be Accessible: During the Viewing Week the Signature Sport Horse Viewing & Sales staff may need to contact you with

questions make sure we have the correct contact information.

• Honesty is the Best Policy: Be accurate. If you don’t know something, say so. Don’t make any representation about facts

you are unsure of. Serious purchasers may actually have more interest because of your genuine candor, but statements

that later prove false will compromise your integrity and place your sale at risk.

• Prepare a Fact Sheet: Include in your Horses package a fact sheet. This serves as an example of your honest

representation that makes a potential buyer feel secure.

• Proper Documentation: Prospective buyers would like this available for inspection. Documentation includes, but is not

limited to Horse papers, Horse passport, past Bill of Sale, Vet history & records, show records and magazines articles in

which your Horse has appeared.

• Come to the Auction: We strongly suggest that you are present at the event. Bring a friend this is a fun event,

supporting the local horse community attracts more buyers.

• Don’t Be Afraid to Ask: This can be an intimidating exercise, but if you have a question or problem, we can help.

Remember, Signature Sport Horse Viewing & Sales goal is to sell your Horse and have you as a satisfied customer.

The sales of your Horse is a team effort and regardless of size, reputation or location, the organization cannot do it all. You, the consignor must be a willing participant bring friends, prepare your horse, is an integral parts in getting your Horse sold for top dollar! The auction company does not guarantee success, but as a team, we can optimize the chances for a successful sale at top dollar.

Sold! With all the necessary paperwork in order with our auction office at the time of Horse consignment, your payment will be mailed to you within 21 banking days following the close of the event.

Showtime at the Auction!

After the Gavel Falls!