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From: Leo Hill (no email)
Date: Mon Jul 07 2003 - 12:25:26 EDT
Folks,
I've been running a personal Excel spreadsheet trying
to figure out exactly how we can afford to
live-aboard.
All the different "what-if" scenarios I've tried just
will not work unless we are able to provide some extra
cash income while we are away from shore-side
employment.
Lots of folks have written books and articles for
publication, but as my personal experience has shown,
this is a doubtful source of steady income. So let's
rule that out!
Several of the sources I've consulted suggested the
following - in no particular order of preference.
Part-time chartering - with all the paperwork and
hassles.
Become proficient in diesel and outboard repairs.
Become proficient in marine refrigeration repairs.
Become proficient in marine electronic repairs.
Become proficient in sail repairs and canvas
fabrication.
Have a large enough boat to include a small metal
lathe and be equipped for small machining and metal
fabrication including welding.
These opportunities go beyond the "normal" maintenance
that a cruising boat requires. We're speaking of
in-depth training and working in the field for a time
before embarking on the "self-employed cruiser"
program.
Aside from the principle of helping fellow cruisers in
a time of need, and assuming we have some affinity for
these sorts of "careers", do any of these options
appear to be viable - in your experience and opinion.
Are there other options that I haven't thought of?
Thanks for your thoughts and input.
Regards,
Leo
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