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Took me a couple of weeks comparing quotes on yacht insurance before the season. Lesson one: the cheapest quote usually means gaps in coverage. Look at agreed value vs actual cash value — with ACV, depreciation cuts your claim after a total loss. For an older hull, be ready for the insurer to ask for a recent survey. The hard part is the policy language, so I found a clear breakdown here: yacht insurance — it covers the main policy terms in plain English. Then check the navigation limits: going past the listed waters can leave you uncovered. On the East Coast and the Gulf, the named storm deductible is often a percentage of hull value, not a flat amount. Pay attention to liability limits — wreck removal and guest injuries can cost more than the boat itself. Compare two or three carriers and read the exclusions before you sign.