BB27 Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 My wife and I are challenged by the real estate market here in Boston, in that even though we make good money, we cannot afford to buy a house we would want to live in here in the Boston area. I have owned sailboats my entire life, the last 4 years have been the first time I haven't had a boat. Recently we went to a boat show, and my wife (GASP) actually said to me, lets buy a decent sized sailboat and live on it 8 months of the year. I have always wanted to live on a sailboat, but never really gave it a lot of consideration. We have an offer to move in with my wifes grandparents (late 80's) who we help out a lot. We would have to fix up their house a bit, and then finish the upstairs. The great side of this is that we could conceivably borrow the money to do the work on the house (great location), and also have enough to buy the boat (used). Am I insane? My wife made me join a sailing club over the weekend so she could learn to sail officially. My mind is spinning with this idea... Am I crazy to be even thinking this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 My wife and I are challenged by the real estate market here in Boston, in that even though we make good money, we cannot afford to buy a house we would want to live in here in the Boston area. I have owned sailboats my entire life, the last 4 years have been the first time I haven't had a boat. Recently we went to a boat show, and my wife (GASP) actually said to me, lets buy a decent sized sailboat and live on it 8 months of the year. I have always wanted to live on a sailboat, but never really gave it a lot of consideration. We have an offer to move in with my wifes grandparents (late 80's) who we help out a lot. We would have to fix up their house a bit, and then finish the upstairs. The great side of this is that we could conceivably borrow the money to do the work on the house (great location), and also have enough to buy the boat (used). Am I insane? My wife made me join a sailing club over the weekend so she could learn to sail officially. My mind is spinning with this idea... Am I crazy to be even thinking this? 619218[/snapback] Sounds nice - but would still you be around to help those nice older ones? That's the more important thing... On another tack... An old friend of mine lives on a boat in the Gulf of Mexico. When I lived in the Pittsburgh area, I knew of folks that lived on boats in the Allegheny River. Independence, my foot. It was about avoiding school and property taxes.! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Poojer Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 it would be awfully cold on a boat in boston, no matter what 8 months you chose, regardless, take the opportunity to live with the grandparents. I lived with my gramma a few years ago while i was working in buffalo and my family was here in richmond, what a treat to be able to spend that kind of valuable time with her. My wife and I are challenged by the real estate market here in Boston, in that even though we make good money, we cannot afford to buy a house we would want to live in here in the Boston area. I have owned sailboats my entire life, the last 4 years have been the first time I haven't had a boat. Recently we went to a boat show, and my wife (GASP) actually said to me, lets buy a decent sized sailboat and live on it 8 months of the year. I have always wanted to live on a sailboat, but never really gave it a lot of consideration. We have an offer to move in with my wifes grandparents (late 80's) who we help out a lot. We would have to fix up their house a bit, and then finish the upstairs. The great side of this is that we could conceivably borrow the money to do the work on the house (great location), and also have enough to buy the boat (used). Am I insane? My wife made me join a sailing club over the weekend so she could learn to sail officially. My mind is spinning with this idea... Am I crazy to be even thinking this? 619218[/snapback] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB27 Posted March 6, 2006 Author Share Posted March 6, 2006 We are going to do the Grandparents thing. The boat would be a vacation home of sorts. April through end of October is real nice here in Boston weatherwise, so call it 7 months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 We are going to do the Grandparents thing. The boat would be a vacation home of sorts. April through end of October is real nice here in Boston weatherwise, so call it 7 months. 619244[/snapback] Go for it! You'll probably regret it if you don't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cromagnum Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 I lived on a boat part time. No yardwork, wakeup in the morning have a cup a joe, cast a line great way to start a day. And if you have a prpblem with your neighboors, pull anchor and find a new neighboorhood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 We are going to do the Grandparents thing. The boat would be a vacation home of sorts. April through end of October is real nice here in Boston weatherwise, so call it 7 months. 619244[/snapback] Good man. You will be out in the open, more or less. Be sure to get a navalized shotgun. Here is Mossburg's Mariner model - available for a lot less than list price through any seller. http://www.mossberg.com/pcatalog/Specpurp.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Like A Mofo Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 Hey sounds like a cool idea.... It worked for Shane Falco and Derrick Lee (former MLB player with Mets, Blue Jays and Pirates) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stl Bills Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 Hey Poojer what part of Midlo. are you from, I grew up in Brandermill. There sure are a lot of people from Va. around here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Poojer Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 smoketree south off of lucks lane Hey Poojer what part of Midlo. are you from, I grew up in Brandermill. There sure are a lot of people from Va. around here. 619275[/snapback] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taterhill Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 Hey sounds like a cool idea.... Derrick Lee (former MLB player with Mets, Blue Jays and Pirates) 619266[/snapback] derek Bell...as a Pirate sfan I despise that POS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UB2SF Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 Being in the San Francisco real estate market, I can definitely understand the temptation. I haven't lived on a boat myself, but I've known a bunch of people here in the Bay Area who have. I wouldn't say you're "insane" to be considering it, but from my friends' experiences, I'd advise a hearty amount of caution. Even on a large sailboat, the living quarters are small, even relative to small apartments. This could put a lot of strain on the relationship between you and your wife, as every little annoyance is amplified by way of proximity. Also, one woman I knew who was a boat-dweller always smelled awful, because she was a smoker who lived with another smoker and a dog. I mean, she smelled *disgusting* all the time. Lastly, be aware of what your "neighbors" down at the harbor might be like. At least here in the Bay Area, a lot of boat-dwellers are unemployed antisocial misfits with drinking problems. Boat living may seem like an independent way to go, but you'll probably wind up moored closely between two boats, whose residents could really influence your quality of life. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 We are going to do the Grandparents thing. The boat would be a vacation home of sorts. April through end of October is real nice here in Boston weatherwise, so call it 7 months. 619244[/snapback] Sounds like a good plan, just don't watch cold pizza, I hear it leads to strange urges. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IUBillsFan Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 Here's a good read....boat life I had a friend who did it for about 2 years loved some days hated some...Just like anything else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef Jim Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 That's our retirement goal, in the next 5 years or so. We're thinking the Caribbean. In the meantime if you go ahead with your plan, need a chef? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 how much are the dock fees ?? do you both work the same hours ?who pulls the boat out in the winter or do you let it stay in ?? sounds like it could be a lot of fun . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef Jim Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 Our plan doesn't include a dock....that's what achors are for. You can hook up to a mooring in the UVI for as little as $25 per night. And as far as the winter....what's that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 Our plan doesn't include a dock....that's what achors are for. You can hook up to a mooring in the UVI for as little as $25 per night. And as far as the winter....what's that? 619399[/snapback] sounds like lots of fun , nude swiming Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoachChuckDickerson Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 My wife and I are challenged by the real estate market here in Boston, in that even though we make good money, we cannot afford to buy a house we would want to live in here in the Boston area. I have owned sailboats my entire life, the last 4 years have been the first time I haven't had a boat. Recently we went to a boat show, and my wife (GASP) actually said to me, lets buy a decent sized sailboat and live on it 8 months of the year. I have always wanted to live on a sailboat, but never really gave it a lot of consideration. We have an offer to move in with my wifes grandparents (late 80's) who we help out a lot. We would have to fix up their house a bit, and then finish the upstairs. The great side of this is that we could conceivably borrow the money to do the work on the house (great location), and also have enough to buy the boat (used). Am I insane? My wife made me join a sailing club over the weekend so she could learn to sail officially. My mind is spinning with this idea... Am I crazy to be even thinking this? 619218[/snapback] Who are you, Sunny Crocket? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef Jim Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 sounds like lots of fun , nude swiming 619401[/snapback] You bet, I'm picking up your wife on the way. She said to make sure the house is nice and clean when she get's back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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