I've bought two boats in my short sailing career. Both under $4k in value, no broker, no survey and I believe the sellers and I thought we had fair deals.
Now I am looking for a Catalina 30 MKII, from1988 to 1993 production year. Asking prices seem to be in the $20k to $30k range. I see a few offered by individuals but most are being sold through a broker.
Other than paying the asking price, are there any tips on how to present a winning offer?
Let's say a seller/broker has received two offers of equal value. What in an offer would cause a seller/broker to lean towards one offer and away from the other.
Speed of closing the sale?
Larger than requested deposit to show your a serious buyer?
A very detailed inspection before making an offer to show your a serious buyer?
Passing on a survey?
Etc.
Now I am looking for a Catalina 30 MKII, from1988 to 1993 production year. Asking prices seem to be in the $20k to $30k range. I see a few offered by individuals but most are being sold through a broker.
Other than paying the asking price, are there any tips on how to present a winning offer?
Let's say a seller/broker has received two offers of equal value. What in an offer would cause a seller/broker to lean towards one offer and away from the other.
Speed of closing the sale?
Larger than requested deposit to show your a serious buyer?
A very detailed inspection before making an offer to show your a serious buyer?
Passing on a survey?
Etc.