Is it Time to for you to Buy and Sell? When spring or fall is here, depending on which half of the hemisphere you're in, there's no better time to clean house so to speak, and this is where our Grand Opening is perfect for you. More details below.


  • What's New, and Happening this Month.

  • Here's the latest Articles, Tips, Reviews.


  • We hope you enjoy this edition as much as we had putting it together.
    If you're new to the Insider, we welcome you, and do enjoy your stay.
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    * What's New and Happening this Month *



  • Grand Opening - FREE Houseboat Classifieds Ads.
    After plenty of hard word, we are proud to announce FREE Classified Ads for all our readers and subscribers. What better to way to make your money go further. You can now place free "Houseboat For Sale ads" or simply buy or sell any of your "Houseboat related items and accessories" for free.


  • 50% discount - Houseboat Business Advertising.
    We all know how advertising influences our society, and anyone in business today, wants to stay in business and maintain their sales. That's why we wanted to do our part and help stimulate the economy. Get your share of the business.

    We're offering a huge 50% discount for all new advertisers in the Houseboat Marketplace Classifieds. There's targeted industry sections for Services, Products, Rentals, and all the Houseboat Manufacturers.


  • A new houseboat INSIDER magazine cover.
    Being a webmaster is one thing, but when you're "artistically and graphically challenged" like I am, the idea of creating of a new Insider magazine cover can be intimidating. But progress must go on, and you may have noticed our new monthly cover. If you feel like sharing your thoughts on the design or the new look, do let me know :)


  • Auctions about the current Houseboats For Sale.
    You're looking for a deal on a houseboat? Than work your way over to the new houseboat for sale section, and have a look at wide selection of houseboats that are currently on auction and being bid on.


  • Auctions on the current Top-10 Houseboat Accessories.
    Looking for some new toys? Like to save some money on tempting houseboat accessories, and wonder how to get some great deals. Have a look at the Top-10 list of current auctions on accessories.


  • Added a new Houseboat Insurance section.
    Readers everywhere are sometimes having difficulty getting insured, or getting decent rates. We have assembled a list of tips and sources for getting your houseboat insured.


  • A free Top-10 Selling Tips eBook.
    The ebook Top-10 Selling Tips, is another big project that I created the month. It is a free download available for all private sellers who post a Houseboat For Sale ad in our new classifieds section. So whether you're contemplating upgrading to a bigger boat, or simply want to downsize, this is a great opportunity for you.







  • * This Months Topics & Articles *

    Another very busy month, with plenty of great articles to choose from.



    Sumerset House Boats - the #1 houseboat manufacturer in Somerset.

    Looking at Sumerset House Boats, it's now the #1 largest houseboat manufacturer in Somerset, Kentucky and you quickly realize how they have led the

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    Houseboat Steering and Shift Levers - hard to steer, forward and reverse

    A problem with the houseboat steering, shift levers, and hard to steer. The forward and reverse sometimes shifts the motor opposite. We are newbies,

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    Houseboat Propellers - how many blades, material, for the best prop?

    Looking at houseboat propellers, how many blades, or what material, makes for the best prop? I was curious if anyone has dealt with this situation.

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    The Top10 Houseboat Accessories guide & reviews for your House Boat Accessory

    The TOP10 Houseboat Accessories review. A complete guide of the most popular Parts and House Boat Accessory

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    Houseboat Outboard Engine Brackets - build or buy a transom motor bracket?

    Any sources for houseboat outboard engine brackets, do I custom build one, or buy a ready made transom motor bracket for my 150 hp engine? I'm

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    Pontoon Houseboat Building - any sources for tinted windows and doors?

    We're building a pontoon houseboat, and looking for any sources for tinted windows and doors that are available? Does anyone know where I can

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    Fiberglass Houseboat Flybridges - do I custom build one, or buy a fly bridge?

    Looking at fiberglass houseboat flybridges, and do I custom build one, or do I buy a fly bridge already built? I'm looking to put a flybridge console

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    Capri Houseboats - has anybody heard of a Capri house boat?

    Searching for Capri houseboats, and has anybody heard of a Capri house boat? You don't list Capri houseboats as a manufacturer. I found one boat on

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    Leaky Houseboat Windows - how to fix or repair 1 leaking window out of 15.

    I have leaky houseboat windows, and how to repair or fix 1 leaking window out of the whole gang. I have a 1991 Patio Cruiser houseboat and have a

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    Houseboat Living - what laws, rules, or regulations affect house boats?

    When it comes to houseboat living, what are the laws and regulations about living on house boats? Do they vary from state to state? Thanks for any

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    Houseboat Insurance companies, tips, and sources for insuring house boats.

    Houseboat Insurance Company Sources and Tips from Houseboaters for Insuring House Boats, and How to Insure Properly.

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    Vacation Houseboat Cottages - use house boats as waterfront property?

    We're looking at vacation houseboat cottages, and wonder can we use house boats as a waterfront property? I currently have a 24ft sea ray weekender

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    Track a Houseboats History - with HIN, MIC, Registration, or Serial numbers?

    How do we track a houseboats history, can we use the HIN, MIC, Registration, or Serial numbers help in identifying the owners through out its

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    Houseboat Pets - animals like cats and dogs enjoy living aboard house boats?

    We're looking at houseboat pets, and do animals like cats and dogs enjoy living aboard house boats? The reason we ask is, my fiance and I are

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    Houseboat Roof Construction - repair it with wood stud, or galvanized studs?

    I'm wondering about houseboat roof construction, and am looking to repair it with wood stud, or galvanized studs? The reason I ask, I have a 1982

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    How to Discover Houseboating - with the Boating 101 Beginner's Guide

    How did you discover houseboating, with the Boating 101 beginners guide, is a question that gets asked all the time. When it comes to boating,

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    Houseboat Plumbing - water pressure, tanks, showers, filter, heaters, pumps

    Houseboat Plumbing 101, we'll look at water pressure, tanks, showers, filters, heaters, and pumps, as they are all popular words, and all common

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    Full-Time Houseboat Living - an early retirement, year round boaters dream.

    You're looking at full-time houseboat living because of early retirement, or simply want to live a year round boaters dream? If living aboard a

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    Houseboat Business Advertising can Increase Sales and Profits for House Boats

    Houseboat Business Advertising to Increase Profits and Sales for all Related to House Boats and Houseboating

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