SamIam_Sam
Member
Hello Forum.
I am a novice boater without previous experience on the water. Negotiating now with the owner of a 27 year old trawler. I've only made one inquiry about insurance with a broker so far but it was pretty disappointing. They told me most marine markets underwrite based on prior boat ownership experience and could not provide insurance to me based on my lack thereof. Over the next year after I purchase a boat, I fully intend to take USCG approved courses, engage a Captain to help me learn, go to whatever Trawler Schools are available, etc. But in order to get into a marina, insurance is required. Plus, I'd be a dope to not have insurance anyway.
Since I am new to this, what are my chances of getting insurance? Does anyone know of someone who underwrites newbies like me? Would the age of the boat be another factor working against me?
Thanks for any advice anyone may have.
-Sam
I am a novice boater without previous experience on the water. Negotiating now with the owner of a 27 year old trawler. I've only made one inquiry about insurance with a broker so far but it was pretty disappointing. They told me most marine markets underwrite based on prior boat ownership experience and could not provide insurance to me based on my lack thereof. Over the next year after I purchase a boat, I fully intend to take USCG approved courses, engage a Captain to help me learn, go to whatever Trawler Schools are available, etc. But in order to get into a marina, insurance is required. Plus, I'd be a dope to not have insurance anyway.
Since I am new to this, what are my chances of getting insurance? Does anyone know of someone who underwrites newbies like me? Would the age of the boat be another factor working against me?
Thanks for any advice anyone may have.
-Sam