The 20 Chapter summary:
#1 HOW TO BUY A HOUSEBOAT, IN A 2-STEP PROCESS.
* The boat-buying journey, let’s buy that “dream boat”
* Buy the Right Boat, the First Time Around.
* Congratulations, let’s separate the two sides.
#2 WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO WITH YOUR HOUSEBOAT?
* Do you want occasional anchoring, or weekend getaways?
* Do you want to go long distance travel, or long-term cruising?
* Do you intend to do full-time living or want to live-aboard?
* Are you a couple, small family, or large group entertaining?
#3 WHAT STYLE OF HOUSEBOAT SHOULD YOU LOOK FOR?
* Do you want a fast, slower, trailerable, or stationary boat?
* Do you prefer a pontoon style, or a full-hull houseboat?
* What size houseboat should you buy to satisfy your needs?
#4 WHAT TYPE OF ENGINE, DRIVETRAIN, OPTIONS, ETC…?
* Should you consider buying a single or twin engine, diesel or gas?
* What are the differences between inboards, I/O’s, outboards?
#5 DO YOU BUY A NEW, USED, OR TIMESHARE RENTAL?
* Let's look at the pros/cons of new vs used vs timeshare.
* Do you prefer having a warranty vs more maintenance?
* Newer houseboat versus upgrading an older houseboat.
* Compare newer vs older boat equipment and technology.
Visual diagrams & photos in every chapter
#6 THERE’S FASTER & SLOWER BOATS, WHICH ONE?
* The pros & cons of displacement versus planing hulls.
* Let's look at size, speed, time, distance, mpg, and mph.
#7 DECISIONS, TO BUY ALUMINUM, FIBERGLASS, ETC…?
* Aluminum houseboats, a look at the pros and cons.
* Fiberglass houseboats, a look at the pros and cons.
* Should you consider buying a wood or steel boat?
* Salt water, do you buy an aluminum or fiberglass boat?
#8 BUYING A BOAT LOCALLY, VERSUS FURTHER AWAY?
* Calculating the boat acquisition costs of close versus far.
* Tips for pre-viewing a potential boat from a distance.
* A pre-visit checklist to help inspect and evaluate boats.
#9 HOW OLD OF A HOUSEBOAT DO YOU BUY?
* A look at neglected boats, vs upgrades or buying newer?
* Analysis of your personal skills vs hired help.
* Requirements of insurance, financing, and marinas.
#10 WHAT’S YOUR HOUSEBOAT BUDGET?
* How to estimate & calculate your houseboat budget.
* What are the one-time, and on-going expenses?
* What about the marina and winter storage expenses?
* An overview of an operating & maintenance budget.
#11 OPTIONS & EQUIPMENT YOU MAY WANT?
* Extra options like thrusters, generator, solar, propane, etc?
* Bonus – Pre-Visit checklist, to organize your searches
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#12 HOW TO FINANCE OR PAY FOR A HOUSEBOAT?
* How old of a houseboat can you get financing for?
* Overview of interest rates, and monthly payments.
* Tips and sources to go about financing a houseboat.
* Will you need a marine survey to finance a boat?
* Do houseboats qualify for income tax deductibility?
#13 WHAT ABOUT TRANSPORTING A HOUSEBOAT?
* Moving a boat locally, across states, or is it navigable?
* The transport heights, widths, permits, and escorts.
* Transport preparation tips for the road or water.
#14 SHOULD YOU GET A MARINE SURVEY, AND WHY?
* Surveys for purchasing, selling, financing, and insurance.
* Knowing the condition, value, and recommendations.
* What are the general prices for a marine survey?
* Where can I find a marine surveyor, or more information?
* Should a marine mechanic do a mechanical inspection?
#15 WHAT ABOUT INSURING A HOUSEBOAT?
* What are the costs involved in insuring a boat?
* Can I insure an older steel or wooden houseboat?
* Where are some sources for insuring houseboats?
* What about winterizing and storing for the winters?
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#16 HOW TO PICK A MARINA AND DOCK SLIP?
* What services should you look for?
* Choosing between various dock slips?
* What about covered and uncovered slips?
#17 WHERE TO FIND HOUSEBOATS FOR SALE?
* All about Houseboats
* Brokers
* Classified Ad sites
* eBay / Craigslist
* Local Marinas
* Boat Dealers
* Manufacturers
* Private Sellers
#18 THE DIFFERENCES OF WHO YOU'RE DEALING WITH?
* Marina Salesperson
* Boat Dealer
* Houseboat Factory
* Private Seller
* How are you going to deal with them?
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#19 THE CHOOSING, VISITING, AND BUYING OF A BOAT?
* Pre-visit checklist to organize and evaluate.
* The actual visit and pre-inspection stage.
* Time for the offer to purchase.
* The negotiation and counter-offers.
* The sea-trial, how she runs and rides.
* The marine survey, and the surveyor results.
* The time for financing and loan options.
* Time to confirm an insurance policy.
* Getting the houseboat to your home port?
* Close the deal, the paperwork involved.
* Taxes, licensing, registration, documentation?
#20 HOUSEBOAT RESOURCES AND LINKS
* Where to find more e-Books & Videos
* Links to Boating Courses
* Links for used houseboat-pricing guides.
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