How to Have a Quality Boatyard Experience [VIDEO]

When wanting to spend some time on your yacht, it is natural that a visit to a boatyard is going to be needed at some point. Much like with other kinds of service work, your level of organization, communication, and clear budget will affect how satisfied you are with the work. Here are some great…

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6 Best San Francisco Marinas to Dock Your Boat

The San Francisco Bay area is indeed one of the world’s most spectacular boating venues. With access to the open waters of the Pacific Ocean, plenty of bays to explore, and scenic views of the city skyline and the Golden Gate Bridge, the Bay area is a boater’s paradise. Bay area marinas offer a variety…

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5 Signs That It’s Time to Sell Your Boat

That beautiful yacht is a great investment, and looking at it probably still feels so good, but sometimes, the moment comes when you have to start considering whether or not to keep it. Everyone has their own reasons, but these are some of the signs that it might be time to start looking to sell…

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4 Ways to Avoid Regret After Buying Your Dream Boat

Buyer’s remorse is something that nearly everyone experiences at least once in their life. The purchase of a boat requires commitment, and a lack of careful planning and research can lead to a costly lesson in remorse. Whether a seasoned boater, or preparing for your first boat purchase, here are four ways to avoid regret…

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Why You Need To Hire A Broker When Buying A Yacht

  Purchasing a yacht can be as intimidating as buying a home, which is why you should strongly consider hiring a broker when beginning the process. The yacht broker industry is not as well-regulated as real estate, but fortunately, brokers and yacht salesmen in California are required to take an exam and have their broker…

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9 Things a Marine Surveyor Wants You to Know

Buying a boat can be a significant investment, sometimes second only to your home. For this reason, getting a Condition and Valuation Survey before purchasing really makes sense. If you are financing your purchase, it might even be a requirement. But, do you know what to expect during a survey and how to prepare for…

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How to Convince Your Wife to Buy a Boat

So you want a boat and you’re not sure how to bring it up with your wife? How can you show her that buying a boat is a decision that will contribute to both of your quality of life immensely?  Because buying a boat is a significant investment, that can be perceived by some spouses…

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