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Buy a Used Boat For an Affordable Boat Experience

By Mike Railey


If you are planning to buy a boat, you have the option to buy a new boat or a used boat. Buying a used boat is very similar to buying a used car, the price you get for a used ca is considerably lesser than a new one, you get all the benefits of the depreciation in the value of the boat. The only thing to keep in mind however is the condition of the boat. You should be able to check the boat carefully before going for a purchase. If you don't have enough knowledge about boats, get the services of some expert to find you one. There are a lot of brokers who deal in used boat. Brokers often buy the boat, refurbish them and sell them again for a profit.

If you are tight on the money, buying a used boat could be the best bet. You even get some good finance on the used boats. Used boat loans make good sense as the cost of the boat is spread over a few years which you can pay easily. The brokers who deal in used boats also make arrangements for a loan if the client needs it. As with any other loan, its always a good idea to check the terms and conditions in advance before finalizing any offer. There are lenders who does not deal in the boats but give loans for used boats. You can compare the terms and conditions including the processing fee and other hidden costs with these lenders as well.

Used boats are definitely more affordable especially for the first time boat owners. When going for the boat or the loan you can always negotiate at the price and the other terms like interest rates or the loan period. Get a used boat in a good condition and get a used boat loan to enjoy the experience of a owning a boat.

About the author

Mike is a boating enthusiast who deals in boat loans. Get more information on used boat loans at http://get-boat-loans.com.
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Cruising yachts are by the far the most common yacht in private use, making up most of the 25' to 45' (7 m to 14 m) range. These vessels can be quite complex in design, as they need a balance between docile handling qualities, interior space, good light-wind performance and on-board comfort. The huge range of such craft, from dozens of builders worldwide, makes it hard to give a single illustrative description. However, most favour a teardrop-planform hull, with a wide, flat bottom and deep single-fin keel to give good stability. Most are single-masted Bermuda rigged sloops, with a single fore-sail of the jib or Genoa type and a single mainsail. Spinnaker sails,in various sizes, are often supplied for down-wind use. These types are often chosen as family vessels, especially those in the 30- to 40-foot (8 to 12 m) range. Such a vessel will usually have many cabins below deck. Typically there will be three double-berth cabins; a single large saloon with galley, seating and navigation equipment; and a "head" consisting of a toilet and shower-room.
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As high performance vessels, personal watercraft (PWC) require skill and experience to be operated safely. Operators of PWC in Canada must be at least 16 years of age and have proof of competency and proof of age on board.
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