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Passport, microchip, I&R registration and studbook transfer: with this checklist you can sort all the paperwork when buying or selling your sport horse properly in one go.

International demand for Dutch sport horses is notably strong in 2026: recent auction data show 83% sold and buyers from more than 100 countries. Discover what the figures mean and how to position your sport horse for foreign buyers.

Everything about the Hippiade 2026 in Ermelo: the dates per discipline, how qualification works and practical tips for buying or selling a sport horse or pony smartly around the KNHS championship.

Verbal agreements in a horse sale often lead to conflict. Discover what belongs in a sales contract, how to document a sale on trial and what hidden defects actually mean.

An advert always looks good online. What you see, feel and ask during the viewing decides whether you buy the right sport horse. This is your practical plan for the yard, the presentation and the trial ride.

High summer and your horse is on the market? With smart grazing, heat and condition management, you can keep your sport horse fit, healthy and presentable for buyers and the pre-purchase exam.

Your sport horse sells faster and for a better price with the right listing. Practical tips for sharp photos, an honest video and a complete, convincing sales description.

Which insurance suits your sport horse, when do you need a valuation report and what does it all cost? A practical guide for buyers and sellers in 2026.

The 2026 inspection season is in full swing. What do Premium 1, Ster, Keur, Elite and D-OC mean for the value of a foal? And how do you use an inspection report as a buyer? A practical guide to the Dutch foal season.

A new calendar year means new rules. For anyone buying or selling a sport horse, the cash ban above €3,000 and the VAT rules matter most. Here is what changes in 2026.

Since 1 April 2026, a new Röntgen-Leitfaden has applied to the sport horse pre-purchase exam in Germany. What actually changes, and which arrangements prevent trouble later?

The KWPN Online Foal Auctions 2026 run from late July to late September, with seven editions and six video days in Ermelo and Erp. We set out every date, the bidding process and the key tips for buyers and breeders - including verifiable sources and what you should be wary of assuming.