Brokers are better served by selling more boats. 10% of something always beats 10% of nothing. As to new boat prices, they're not crazy high...
One question is do you just want to be adequate or excellent. Haven't we all now seen the AT&T "OK" series of commercials. Surgeon is "Ok." You...
Old sailors tale and nothing to do with why they're called she. The reality is simply the lack of gender nouns in the English language so...
We chartered a lot in South Florida in 2012-2013 and built a relationship with a charter provider there. When we needed to charter in Spain a...
As Judy says, there is absolutely no incentive for a broker keeping prices high. They spend time and effort and don't get paid for an overpriced...
Much depends on the size and type and price of boat. The vast majority of larger boats are sold through brokers. Most of those are listed on...
Yours was an entirely different situation and reason. You simply decided you didn't want to do it, so you definitely owed the 25%.
My wife and a couple of stews were just giggling over the possibilities and the fact that right now you have a blank slate and can choose all the...
This is one of those things that if you want to pursue absolutely calls for a solicitor.
If you signed the standard MYBA contract, it's worse than you think. Now only do you not get compensation, but the broker still gets their full...
There are many ways you can go. I might suggest considering a full time mate and a freelance captain for the week each month you're going to use...
First, there are several excellent Captains available who frequent this site and that could be your best resource, especially if you're just...
Mooring at Catalina for a boat that size is often difficult to find and is on the outside edge of the harbor so wind and waves can be challenging....
Beckett. I find your situation very different than Conconi's. I would say having a boat built could be overwhelming the first time, especially...
You're a broken record and I'm through. I read every word, more than once. I've formed my opinion. Have fun with your obsession.
Well, I have a problem with them and a bigger one with you and just thankful not to be involved in such an insane situation. There was no chance...
Bob, I've read every word, I've reviewed every document I could find. You're continuing your crusade all this many years later. You post...
He wasn't asking regarding having the 6 passengers aboard, but was talking about additional ones spending the night while docked.
That's one to ask a maritime attorney for an opinion on with your exact specifics. I found one lawyer's blog which says it would not be legal, but...
But it's just like a Xerox. lol
