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Buying a Boat
Thinking of buying a cruising boat? Whether for weekends on the lake or a trip around the world, there's a lot to think about.
Here you'll find info on everything from where to start in the buying process to naming your boat and learning her systems.
The Real Costs of Owning a Boat: What the Listing Price Doesn’t Tell You
That listing price is only the beginning. Here are the boat ownership costs many buyers don’t see coming.
Cruise Farther, Spend Less
Online course: You don’t have to be rich to go cruising. Practical guidance for budget-conscious cruisers — which boat, which systems, how to save underway, and how to bring in income while you do it.
How to Learn and Map the Systems on Your New Boat
Learn and map the systems on your new boat with a systematized approach. Here’s a step-by- step method to learn each system.
Deciding Not to Buy a Boat – What are the Deal Killers?
What has you deciding not to buy a boat? In other words, a deal killer? Here are some thoughts to consider.
Pre-Purchase Boat Survey: A Buyer’s Guide
Before you sign the papers on a used boat, here’s what a pre-purchase survey actually does and how to get the most from it.
A Project Boat for a First Boat? Why It’s Usually a Trap
That cheap boat looks like a bargain. Here’s the real story before you commit.
10 Small Catamarans for Cruisers
Not all cruising cats are mega-charter boats. Here are 10 smaller, more affordable options worth a serious look.
Boat Insurance: Hull Values and Premiums
How do you figure out the hull value of your boat for insurance? And how does it relate to your premiums?
New to Your Boat and Overwhelmed?
Beginning cruising can be overwhelming — there are so many things to figure out. Where to start in figuring your new life out.