| If you're looking to buy one of the many used horse | | | | for a reasonable price. Not all sellers are reputable. |
| trailers for sale, there are three things that you need to | | | | You certainly want the seller to be upfront and honest |
| know in order to make a sound investment and | | | | about any known problems, but unfortunately, that's not |
| protect yourself from a scam. Those people whose | | | | always going to happen. |
| main goal is to con someone are very clever and you | | | | #3 Know the Paperwork |
| have to stay one-step ahead of them in order to beat | | | | Before you hand over the money, make sure you |
| them at their own game. Here are those important | | | | have the title and bill of sale in your hands. Some |
| three things you need to know: | | | | states do not require a bill of sale, but it never hurts to |
| #1 Know the Seller | | | | have this piece of paper. Look over the title and make |
| Even if you only get a name, address, and phone | | | | sure there is no lien, or if there is, that it has been |
| number, it's important to record this information. Don't | | | | signed off on. You may be required to provide a |
| be afraid to ask for identification. If there is a problem | | | | release of lien. If that is needed, you'll need to get that |
| later on, you can get in touch with the person who sold | | | | from the seller. Ensure the seller signs and dates the |
| the trailer to you. It's best to meet the seller at their | | | | title. Do not take possession of the trailer or let any |
| home, if possible. Few people will try to commit such a | | | | money transfer hands until the title is present. |
| scam if you know where they live. | | | | A Few Final Thoughts |
| #2 Know How to Inspect the Trailer | | | | Used horse trailers for sale can be quite easy to |
| It's important to know how to inspect the trailer or to | | | | locate. Craigslist, newspaper classifieds, horse and rider |
| bring someone with you that does. The floors, tires, | | | | magazines, and dealers all can be a good source. Use |
| electrical and lights, as well as the hitch area are all vital | | | | caution when buying online and through online auctions. |
| to the safety of your horse. If there are problems, | | | | This will help reduce the risk that you may be |
| make sure you can fix or have these problems fixed | | | | purchasing a stolen trailer. |