Boat Insurance Claims: 7 Records to Save After an Accident
After a boating accident, preserve photos, a timeline, navigation records, maintenance documents and receipts. This practical checklist explains what to save and when.
Marine Hull Prices Are Falling. Will Your Boat Insurance Renewal Get Cheaper?
Commercial marine hull pricing is reportedly easing, but recreational boat owners should not assume their premiums will fall. Here is how to review your renewal, deductibles, valuation and conditions.
When a Boat Fire Spreads to the Next Slip: 5 Insurance Steps to Take
Two boats burned while tied together in Huntington Harbour. Here is what boat owners should check about hull damage, liability, salvage and pollution response after a dockside fire.
A Yacht Fire at a Marina Can Trigger Four Separate Insurance Questions
The October 2026 Brindisi yacht fire shows why boat owners should check hull damage, salvage, pollution response and third-party liability separately.
A 50% Yacht Insurance Deductible Cut Comes With a Catch
Pantaenius will cut some yacht insurance deductibles by 50% for qualifying anchor-related claims. See the strict conditions and what boat owners should ask.
What Are the Four Types of Marine Insurance?
Learn the four main types of marine insurance: hull and machinery, cargo, freight, and liability. See what each covers, examples, exclusions, and how to choose.
What a $30,000 Boat May Cost to Insure Each Year
A $30,000 boat can carry a wide insurance range. The purchase price is a starting point; the bill depends on the hull, engine, storage, use, deductible, and coverage value. If you are asking How much is boat insurance for a $30,000 boat?, expect an estimate, not an answer.
Homeowners Insurance and New Boats: The 30-Day Trap
An Ontario Sea-Doo case shows why a 30-day new-watercraft clause may conflict with horsepower exclusions in a homeowner’s insurance policy.
Marine Repair Delays and Boat Insurance: What Owners Should Review While a Boat Waits for Parts
Longer repair cycles can change the questions boat owners need to ask about valuation, storage, documentation, and loss-of-use coverage. Here is a practical review checklist.
Boat Insurance Lay-Up Warranties: Winter Coverage Rules
Learn how boat insurance lay-up warranties, freeze endorsements, storage rules, and permitted use can affect winter coverage and claims.