Survey in a post Irma world.

[Dave22q]

If you think that a full refrigerator ($1000 of food) is valid cause to rush the sale then I consider you an accident waiting to happen. Having a favorable impression of the seller is nice but a thorough survey by a qualified pro is critical. There still may be negative surprises after the sale buy your odds on not being major are better.

[zippy]

Originally Posted by UNCIVILIZED

You don't state where you are, but it's not at all unheard of to fly in a surveyor on your dime to conduct the inspection(s). Especially if you know a good one in your current area of residence. Obviously draw up a contract with him to cover the whole event, but it should save you some stress, since his attention will be all yours, & yours alone. The bigger catch may be finding a yard to haul the boat, as they'll be quite busy now. Plus you'll want a rigger to inspect that aspect of the boat, plus an engineer to check out the engine & mechanicals. Including sending out samples of the engine & transmission fluids for analysis.

Of course, to continue outsourcing any responsibilities you should also hire someone to sail it for you once the deal has closed. [emoji3]