In today’s technological world, selling a boat had never been easier. With these few helpful tips, you can rest assured you will find a buyer in no time!

1. Decide who will sell your boat. Are you selling it yourself or using a broker or dealer? If you are using a broker, you will be responsible for paying commission, which is typically 5-10% of the purchasing price.

2. Visit OnlyInboards. By registering with OnlyInboards, you are able to become a member and post your boat for sale in our web marketplace for free for 30 days, or longer with paid listings. Using a reliable and boating specific community, your boat will be seen by hundreds of people looking for a used boat, increasing your chances of finding a buyer.

3. Prepare your boat. When posting your ad online, you will need to post pictures of your boat, in its current condition. It is essential to make sure that your boat is not only mechanically in mint condition, but that it is cleaned up nicely and de-cluttered in order to attract your potential buyers. Additionally, once your boat has been listed, you should expect responses from interested buyers, and expect that they will want to see your boat for themselves.

4. Determine your price. Make sure to do your research and determine the value of your boat. A useful tool to ensure you are setting an appropriate evaluation on your boat is by reviewing other boats listed on OnlyInboards that are like yours. By doing so, you will have a better understanding of what may be a reasonable price for your used boat.

5. Ensure you have all the right paperwork. Once your potential buyers start calling, it is imperative to ensure you have all the necessary paperwork on hand. Boat titles, warranty cards, and service logs are just a few things that will help to ensure your boat is legit and ease your buyer’s worries. Also remember to obtain all the paperwork from your local DMV that is required for boat sales.

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