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[thnkfree]

I know the mechanics of sailing pretty well, and have a good bit of experience sailing on lakes. I don't know much about the ocean however. I'm doing the midlife crisis thing, and plan on buying a bluewater boat to live on and cruise the world once I have become competent. What I don't know, is if I will be able to buy one for 30 to 40k with another 10 to 15k of potential repairs/upgrades. I am a very competent carpenter and "builder/fixer" so I can do any work myself. Thoughts? I would prefer to buy something that needs very little work below the waterline.