Breeder Says Stallion Fees Need Revisiting
The present system of commissions on reserve prices means that the sales companies financially benefit regardless of whether a vendor’s horse is sold or not
12th May 2019
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The present system of commissions on reserve prices means that the sales companies financially benefit regardless of whether a vendor’s horse is sold or not
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