[C320-list] Surveyor in S. Cal.

[allan.field at comcast.net]

Mike - Keep in mind the broker represents the seller's interests, not yours.  The seller is paying the commission, not you.  But you pay the surveyor so that person technically is working for you.  That said, I would steer away from a surveyor recommended by the broker - in order to continue to get broker referrals, the surveyor also is conflicted.  The best advice is to find your own surveyor with no business relationship with the seller's broker.

Hope that helps.

Allan S. Field
Sea Shadow - #808
Columbia, MD

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From: Gary Malcolmson <gary at dupreeinc.com> 

> Mike: 
> 
> You might try Matt Schulz (http://www.schulzsurveyors.com/index.html). 
> When we were going to buy a used boat we were all set to use Matt. But 
> things turned up on the sea trial (before the survey) and we opted not 
> to purchase that boat and bought new instead. A year or two later a 
> close friend used Matt on his sailboat purchase and was very pleased 
> with the service. 
> 
> As for using a broker--I can come up with several pros and cons. I 
> believe it is worth it considering the investment you are making--but DO 
> use a broker that has only an excellent reputation. Also, DO read the 
> fine print on the sales contract (even before he/she finds you the boat 
> of your dreams) to see just what the broker is responsible for (you may 
> be surprised on the limitations)! Also, find a good mechanic to do an 
> engine survey in addition to the marine surveyor for the boat (and don't 
> let the broker be the one selecting the mechanic--that (I'm sorry to say 
> from experience) I found to be a conflict-of-interest). 
> 
> Good Luck, 
> Gary Malcolmson 
> C310 #230 "Rhythm" 
> 
> Mike Paris wrote: 
> > Can anyone recommend a surveyor in the Southern California area (I’m in Long 
> > Beach). Also, what are your thoughts on using a broker in the buying 
> > process? Thanks to all. 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> 
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