New Year, New Boat
Are you considering ringing in the new year with a new boat? Since boats are a large financial investment, make sure you do proper research and ask yourself the right questions. Questions to ask when considering buying a new boat:
- What will be the primary use of the boat? Will you be water skiing, fishing, cruising down the river with family and friends? There are different styles of boats for each of these purposes.
- How many people will be on the boat? If you have a family of 6, you will need a larger boat than a family of 3. Also think about the guests you want to invite on the boat and the frequency of this. If you are purchasing the boat so your college friends have a place to reunite on the weekends, include them in the count.
- What kind of boat? Aside from size and purpose, there are different types of boats. Think longterm since these are large investments. Boats last with good maintenance, so buying a pontoon solely for your young children may not be practical if you ultimately want a fishing boat.
- Are you going for new or used? Price is a large factor here, but in any case, make sure you are buying from a reputable dealer and the boat has been stored properly.
