Everything you need to know about our Gift packages
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Q. What is included in the price of a gift share?
The cost covers your percentage of the purchase of the horse & initial costs - vetting and wind testing if required, sales house commission, bloodstock/agent fee, transport to and from the sales AND all training fees, general vets fees, farriers costs, dentistry, physio, gallops, food and supplements, stabling and travel to and from racecourses. Gift shares also come with a personalised video book showing details of your gift and your horses training progress to date.
Q. What will my gift recipient get?
They will get ownership of the purchased percentage of their horse. This will include updates, both from PV and directly from the trainers. Access to private stable visits  to meet their horse and trainer,  by prior arrangement.  Owners badges for every race meeting their horse is running at - this will include entry to the owners and trainers area, and usually lunch or meal vouchers.  Most importantly they will also receive their percentage of the nett prize money, less entry fees, earned by their horse.  (This is the figure received by the owners after jockey/trainer % have been deducted) and upon the sale of their horse, their percentage of the horse's resale value. They will also be added to a syndicate group chat giving them the opportunity to meet and interact with their fellow owners and of course the team at PV
Q. How long are training fees included for?
Each quote will state the length of time the training fees are included for. This will generally be until the time that the horse is expected to be sold.
Q. Could there be any other costs?
Yes, possibly, is the honest answer but these would be deducted from prize money/resale value not payable up front. Travel costs incurred for travel outside of the UK are not included, so these would be deducted from prize money and/or re-sale fees  when the account is settled. Veterinary fees are inclusive subject to a cap of £3000.  If, at the discretion of the syndicate managers, further treatment is in the interests of both the horse and the syndicate, excess costs above the cap will be levied on and payable by syndicate members on a pro-rata basis, again to be deducted from prize money and/or resale value.
Q. What happens at the end of my fee inclusive period if the horse if not sold?
If the horse is not sold your recipient would be given the option to either end their ownership or choose to continue by paying the monthly training fees due for their percentage.
If they chose to end their ownership, they will receive their percentage of all prize money due to that point and resale value at fair market value.
Q. What happens when my horse is sold?
Once their horse is sold, and all the accounts have been finalised, they will be sent a statement, showing their share of the prize money and sale proceeds. This balance will be paid to them once the sale is settled from the auction house, but generally within 8/10 weeks of the sale.
Q. Do PV charge a commission?
Yes we do. However unlike many other syndicates, we only charge a small 10% commission if the sale price exceeds the purchase price. This is calculated on the difference between the two hammer prices, rather than the total sales cost. This is an added incentive for us to improve the value of the horse, and a commitment to our owners to only purchase horses we genuinely believe in. Therefore this 10%, together with a 5% commission on prize money are the only commissions we take.
Q. Is horse ownership an investment?
No! Ask any race horse owner and you will always get a resounding No! Horse ownership is not an investment and should NEVER be considered solely as way to make money.  It is an incredibly rewarding and entertaining experience, which if you are lucky can sometimes give a positive return.  At PV we do everything we can do increase the value of your horse and give you winning days out with optimal  prize money, but you should never consider ownership solely to make money.
Q. Will my gift recipient be able to visit their horse?
Yes of course! We are happy to arrange stable visits, with prior notification, so they can visit their horse and trainer. We have excellent relationships with all our trainers and they are very accessible. If you have any questions about your horse or its training, we can always get an answer for you!
Q. Are you "official"?
We are members of the The Racehorse Syndicates Association (RSA), which is recognised by the BHA (British Horseracing Authority) & also The Racehorse Owners Association(ROA). Membership is subject to the acceptance of the Association's Conditions of Membership and the BHA's Code of Conduct for Syndicates.
Q. How long will it take to receive my gift?
We aim to dispatch orders within 3/4 days and all gift will be sent by Royal Mail 1st class post.
Q. I've left it a bit late...Can I still order?
YES! Get in touch and we can arrange for an email to be sent, introducing their gift, on the same day if necessary, with the video book to follow...
Each share includes
the thrill and excitement that owning a racehorse brings, plus...
Guaranteed Owners Badge, with Access to Parade Ring & "Owners & Trainers" Facilities
Inital share price
First Class Horse Updates: from
purchase through to sale, & everything in between!
Guaranteed Owners Badge, with Access to Parade Ring & "Owners & Trainers" Facilities
Resale & Prize Money Return
at purchased percentage
First Class Horse Updates: from
purchase through to sale, & everything in between!
Easy & Open Access to PV Partners
Privately Arranged Stable Visits
to suit you