"Rusted keel bolts and a pan interior peeling away from the hull — on top of a long list of other red flags. An easy call: we walked away."

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"A genuinely great boat we wanted to love — but a leaking water tank and standing rigging well past its service life. We walked away."

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"Looked solid on the surface — but the keel bolts had been glassed over and the chainplates were hidden from view. Two serious red flags. We walked away."

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"In decent shape overall — but we found rot in the flybridge. Not worth the risk. We walked away."

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"Great bones and nothing but cosmetic work needed. We gave it the green light — and our client acquired it for a steal."

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"A nice layout — but it needed a new port-side engine, and the packing glands were leaking dangerously. We walked away."

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"Well maintained top to bottom, clean bilge, service records that matched the story. A green light — and a fair price."

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"Blisters across the hull and a soft spot on the foredeck. The repair bill would have swallowed the savings. We walked away."

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"Beautiful brightwork hiding tired engines and corroded wiring behind the panels. A pass."

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"Honest boat, honest seller. A few small jobs, nothing structural. We told them to move forward."

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"Both risers were overdue, the genset was seized, and the transom showed moisture. Too much money, too much risk."

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"A tough little cruiser that had clearly been loved. Minor deferred maintenance and a solid rig. Green light."

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