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Were Selling EVERYTHING We Own to Buy Our Dream Boat | S.1 - Ep.1

April 21, 2025 · 9 min · 2K views · Richmond, Virginia

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Ted, Jeff, and Tanner prepare to sell their house in Richmond to fund the purchase of a sailboat for a full-time cruising lifestyle.1:13 The trio spends two weeks cleaning, painting, sanding, and restaining the back deck to ready the property for an as-is sale.1:32 They prioritize essential repairs over perfection to manage time and budget constraints.2:12 The decision to transition to a boat stems from a desire to escape modern materialism, reconnect with the ocean, and pursue a self-sufficient life equipped with a watermaker, generator, and solar power.5:24 Jeff cites a long-term interest in sailing channels, while Ted and Tanner seek a simpler, adventure-focused existence following career and personal transitions.3:44 The group plans to liquidate their possessions to finance the vessel and begin their journey.1:17

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