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Sep 16, 2026 · 6 min read
Hull and machinery, liability, crew, navigation limits, named-storm cover and the exclusions that catch owners out. A plain guide to choosing a yacht policy and making a claim that gets paid.
May 12, 2026 · 5 min read
A pre-purchase survey is the best money you will spend on a boat. Here is how to choose an independent surveyor, what happens on survey day, and how to use the report in negotiation.
Apr 18, 2026 · 6 min read
A sea trial is the only time you see a yacht working as she will for you. Here is what to check from the cold start to the engine room after the run, and how the trial fits into acceptance.
Feb 3, 2026 · 5 min read
How you will sail, what size to buy, what to inspect yourself before paying for a survey, and how to plan your first season. A practical checklist for first-time sailing yacht buyers.