You’ve had years of enjoyment in your houseboat, but now your life has taken a different direction, and you don’t seem to get out on it as much as you used to. You want to sell it and get a good return on the investment you made quickly. What steps do you need to take to prepare your craft for a quick sale? Make sure your OC boat insurance is up to date before you begin your preparations. Here are some tips for selling your houseboat fast, without resorting to low-ball pricing.
Remove Your Personal Belongings
You want your prospective buyers to envision the craft as their own. A cluttered craft full of your personal belongings isn’t very appealing. Think of this as similar to staging a house for sale. The boat should be inviting, and it should contain the essentials that every buyer needs to start their houseboat journey. Additionally, when the new buyers push off in their floating home, you don’t want to suddenly realize that you’ve forgotten to remove some of your stuff.
Make the Craft Squeaky Clean
Your houseboat should look its best. Spruce it up and scrub it up. If you can hire a professional detailer, you won’t have to put the hard work into the job yourself. Don’t underestimate the appeal of a boat that looks and smells as good as new. It’s worth the time and money to get the job done right. You are more likely to sell your houseboat quickly and at a higher price.
Perform Maintenance and Repairs
Ensure the craft’s routine maintenance is up to date. If there is anything that a new owner would need to do a short time after taking possession of the boat, get it done ahead of time. Repair any damages that would prevent someone from safely using the houseboat right after they purchase it. You don’t have to fix everything. Focus on performance and safety concerns. Any aesthetic issues you decide to mend are up to you, but it’s a good idea not to spend too much time and money on those.
Choose To Sell Your Boat at the Right Time
If you want to sell your houseboat quickly, it’s a good idea to put it up for sale at a time when people are out there looking. The best time of year to sell your houseboat is between February and June. Though there are potential buyers all year long, the number of people and sales increase significantly when boating season is on the horizon. Before you list your houseboat for sale, take a lot of photos. These should be taken when your craft is ready for sale and looking its best. Make sure your OC boat insurance is sufficient to cover potential boaters on your craft, whether they’re just looking around or testing it out on the water.
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