Boat shows are exciting places for those who dream
of ownership. The boats are beautiful, and you can
picture yourself out on the open water, living the
Florida lifestyle. So when you can, you buy a boat
and suddenly reality hits you. Unfortunately, there are “high
and dry” boats sitting unused throughout the Tampa Bay
area because their owners don’t have the time or energy to
do the necessary maintenance, while their ongoing expenses
keep mounting. That’s why the two happiest days for a boat
owner are the day when the boat is purchased and the day
of its sale. Many former boat owners say that a boat is a
hole in the water into which you throw money.
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WANT A BOAT?
Get it the Easy Way
Freedom Boat Club is a carefree
way to acquire a boat for the
day and enjoy the water.