A Hole In The Ocean & How To Fill It.: A yacht broker’s guide to buying a boat.

A Hole In The Ocean & How To Fill It.: A yacht broker’s guide to buying a boat.

"A Hole In The Ocean & How To Fill It" is a guide to buying a boat aimed at first or second time boat buyers. It was written in 2022 by a California licensed yacht broker with 15 years of experience helping people buy & sell yachts from 20' to 100' and from $20k to $2m. Whether you are looking for a small sailing yacht, or a large powerboat, it will walk you through the process from initial search to final delivery, and help you avoid making expensive mistakes. Topics include: Why you should buy a boat (or not.) - Different types of boats and their various pros & cons. - Engines and drive systems. - Purchase and running costs. - The purchase process from negotiations to contracts. - Sea trials, surveys, & mechanical inspections. - Insurance & tax. "A Hole In The Ocean & How To Fill It" is a short book, written in plain English, that explains the basics to beginners. It won't teach you how to sail around the world, or navigate by the stars, but if it keeps you from making one mistake, it will pay for itself a thousand times over.