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Professional reviewing yacht financing documents at marina

Understanding Yacht Financing: What Every Buyer Should Know

Marine financing is a specialized field with its own rules, qualifications, and pitfalls. Understanding the differences between marine mortgages, personal loans, and charter lease-back arrangements can save you thousands and get you on the water faster.

Babette MarchettiSenior Administrator
Feb 20, 2025 8 min read
yacht financingmarine loanboat purchase
Marine surveyor inspecting yacht hull and propeller

Marine Surveys: What to Expect and How to Prepare

A professional marine survey is your single most valuable investment in the buying process. Here's what a thorough survey covers, what a surveyor actually looks for, and what red flags can reshape your negotiations.

James CooperMarine Surveyor
Jan 10, 2025 6 min read
marine surveypre-purchase inspectionboat buying

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