| Purchasing a yacht or boat for sale, whether for | | | | obvious repairs have been done correctly and by |
| the first time or not, requires a great deal of | | | | quality repairers and not quickly covered up, what |
| time, research and analysis. Ownership of a sea | | | | the condition of the hull is like, if there is any |
| or lake vessel involves investing a large sum of | | | | internal / external rust that needs attention, and if |
| money, with many other ongoing and regular | | | | the boat has durable and robust ropes and rigging. |
| maintenance expenses throughout the months | | | | A few questions you should ask the existing |
| and / or years of ownership. | | | | owner about the vessel for sale include: |
| A few important questions that you should think | | | | -Where was the vessel stored? - Marina, dock or |
| about in regards to considering yachts for sale | | | | trailer for instance. |
| have been noted below: | | | | -What was the boat used for? - Cruising, sailing or |
| How much can you afford to spend on a Boat? | | | | racing for example. |
| Ownership and maintenance of a vessel can be | | | | -Does the boat come with a trailer and/or motor? |
| very expensive. If this is your first purchase or | | | | What condition are these in? |
| major upgrade from a small boat you will want to | | | | -Does the vessel meet current safety guidelines |
| ensure your spend is within your financial means. | | | | and when was it last inspected? |
| You also need to factor in the costs that you will | | | | -Has the yacht ever been in an accident? When, |
| need to part with each month /year to keep | | | | how etc. |
| your vessel in excellent condition due to | | | | Have you considered boat share? |
| environmental and mechanical wear and tear such | | | | This is a new and excitingly option that allows you |
| as: the corrosive effects of sea water, damages | | | | to enjoy a boat at a fraction of the cost of sole |
| from sunlight, ice and snow, rain and rough sea / | | | | ownership. It allows you to share the cost of |
| lake conditions. Taking excellent care of your | | | | owning and maintaining a vessel amongst several |
| vessel will ensure your enjoyment is maximised | | | | other owners. This a fantastic idea for people |
| and will make for reliable sailing. This will also help | | | | new to sailing and yachting as it provides you with |
| retain the resale value of your investment, like | | | | an affordable way to become familiar with the |
| other yachts for sale that have been well cared | | | | sport while also giving you a chance to decide if |
| for. | | | | sole ownership of such a vessel is something you |
| Are you looking at second hand / used vessel? | | | | wish to embark on. If you enjoy sailing, cruising or |
| Given that the average boater only gets out on | | | | racing on the open waters but do not have the |
| the water about once a month it is likely that | | | | time and money to support your own boat or |
| many of the pre-owned yachts for sale on the | | | | yacht, then the boat share option is definitely |
| market will be in pretty good condition. A very | | | | something to look into. |
| wise option is to have a professional assessor | | | | Thorough research is certainly advisable prior to |
| thoroughly look over a potential yacht for you. A | | | | purchase and will ensure that your money is well |
| qualified assessor can help identify if any structural | | | | spent on a boat / yacht that you can be |
| damage is due to wear and tear or likely to | | | | confident in using out on the open water. |
| impact the performance of the boat, if other | | | | |