So you think you want to own a new boat. If you like being outdoors on the water boating is a great idea. They are more fun than most people can imagine. However boats are also more hassle than most people think they will be. That’s why you need all the information this site has to offer before checking out new boats.

Personally I’ve owned 12-14 different boats from small twelve foot aluminum fishing craft to a 20 foot pontoon you could pull tubes or skiers with. I’ve owned inboards and outboards, fishing boats and fast boats that you could pull three or four skiers.

My suggestions would be to figure out what you want to use it for, who’s going to be with you and how much you can afford to spend on a boat. The upfront costs are pretty clear but the cost of ownership does surprise some people at the costs or time for maintenance and for just using it.

I know from when I looked for lake property and lake cabins for sale in Minnesota and South Dakota that Reed will be able to help you. He can also point you to a realtor in MN that should be able to help if you are looking for some lake front property there.

If you happen to be looking for South Dakota lakes vacation house rental you can check with the Lake Preston motel as they do have a house they rent out and you can find them at this link. Lake Preston Motel I’ve stayed there a time or two and it’s a nice house. The motel also has kitchenettes if you don’t need a whole house.