Talk to our team - Know the basics before you get started, call us on 02380 456 298 (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Wednesday 10am to 5pm). We'll take you through what you need to know when buying a vessel, saving you time and trouble. We would recommend obtaining a formal offer of finance before you start looking. Our offer can be amended once we have a firm proposal. Of course, our advice is offered to you without obligation.

Choose the craft that suits you - think about what you want to get out of your boating and how much you can afford. Don't forget to take into account the vessel's age and condition

Make an offer - subject to a survey, valuation and evidence of title. If the purchase includes VAT and the vessel was built after 1985, make sure your offer includes a VAT paid invoice

Let us know all the details - so we can arrange documentation.

Arrange a survey and valuation - if required, arrange a survey and valuation using professional, independent advice. Please call us if you would like the details of helpful organisations.

Complete the purchase - if the survey and valuation are satisfactory, submit them to us and arrange a completion date and insurance cover.

Avoid delays - make sure all documentation is signed and returned to us.

Title and VAT status checks - these checks are essential for all purchases funded through a Marine mortgage. We will contact the vendor to arrange this. We do not guarantee title or VAT Confirmation.

Forwarding funds - upon approval, funds will be forwarded to the vendor

Receive your boat - the boat is delivered to the agreed destination. If the boat needs to be registered, we will be happy to arrange this for you.