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Finding My True North: Why I Started a Different Kind of Yacht Brokerage

From The Helm

25 July 2025 • 2 min read

Finding My True North: Why I Started a Different Kind of Yacht Brokerage

By Claire Lindquist

“Sailing has been a part of my life for over 25 years. It’s more than a passion — it’s where I find focus, peace, and perspective. That’s why I’m not just building a brokerage — I’m building something that connects people with that same sense of freedom and exhilaration.”

Is Poor Record-keeping Quietly Sinking Your Boat?

Boat maintenance

11 July 2025 • 3 min read

Is Poor Record-keeping Quietly Sinking Your Boat?

By Alex Shekoff

"What started as a simple refit project quickly taught me a hard lesson—without proper record-keeping, things fall through the cracks fast."

Ockham's Razor - A Sailors Saviour for Fixing Boats

Boat maintenance

23 June 2025 • 4 min read

Ockham's Razor - A Sailors Saviour for Fixing Boats

By Claire Lindquist

Boats love drama. A strange sound, a drip of water, a flickering light — and suddenly we assume the worst. But most of the time, it’s just something small. Occam’s Razor reminds us not to panic. Start with the basics.

Six Sailors, Two Hull Choices, One Big Decision

Boat buyers guide

10 June 2025 • 7 min read

Six Sailors, Two Hull Choices, One Big Decision

By Wanda Dobson

“Be good at fixing stuff — or be rich. If you’re neither, boats are not for you.”

Setting Sail – The Start of My Yacht Brokerage Journey

From The Helm

3 June 2025 • 2 min read

Setting Sail – The Start of My Yacht Brokerage Journey

By Claire Lindquist

Meet Claire, your UK yacht broker sharing her startup journey. Honest boat buying/selling advice, market insights & marina tales from the water's edge.