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boat purchase, taxes, residence -- help for NW sailer?
LOOK OUT !!!! I live in Oregon, But if I sail my boat into Washington waters for more that 60 days in any one calendar year, the state of Washington will try to charge you a user fee. This is around 8.5 % of the value of your boat. Which would be over 5k for my boat. Now if within the first 60 days you let them know you will be there longer, supposable they can issue you a permit for 6 months. Now this is how you get caught. They will walk the docks and make notes of the boats. Then they go talk to the marina and ask how long you have had your slip. Boom yours busted. But is you are living aboard and anchor mostly, and do not stay in a marina for more that 60 days, they would have a real hard time proving where you were.
Also If you are looking for a new boat call me. I am considering down sizing. Right now I am sailing a 38 foot Ingrid. She is very comfortable. But way to much boat for the Columbia river. You will see these any were from 45K to 130K depending on condition and finish. I am just finishing a major re fit. All new engine, electronics , sails and more. I would sell for around 64K. I think you would see that is a real good price for the boats condition. Obie 541-564-7944.
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