The problem... As you've considered buying or leasing a sailboat, no doubt you've had mixed feelings. On one hand, you can almost feel the ocean breeze on your skin and smell the salt of the open ocean. On the other hand, your inner accountant is concerned about the steep maintenance costs.

It's true- sailing can be a magical experience whether you're on a romantic getaway or entertaining a corporate executive to clinch your latest business deal. In fact, San Francisco is home to one of the most famous bays in the Pacific.

But take it from burnt-out yacht owners: you don't want to get stuck paying steep maintenance fees for a boat you won't even use year-round.

THE SOLUTION

But there is a way to make regular sailing a hassle-free reality. It's called Fractional Sailing. Even if you've never sailed in your life, you can become a member with a Fractional Sailing company.

For one-tenth the purchase price of a new sailboat, you will receive professional training and get access to a fleet of top-notch boats that receive regular maintenance so everything's ship-shape when you take it out for the day. You don't even need to actually own a boat.

Even if you're an experienced yacht owner, a Fractional Ownership can effectively eliminate all the hassle and expense of owning your own boat. The downside is that each Fractional Ownership program only considers boats from a specific manufacturer. For example, one company only considers brand new Catalinas in the 31 - 50 foot range.

If you're okay with buying the right boat, though, here's an example of some of the perks this company provides:

• They find an available slip at a world-class yachting facility
• They provide A+ rated insurance coverage
• They are responsible for scheduled and emergency maintenance
• They detail clean your yacht twice a month
• They decommission, store and commission your yacht each season
• Their proprietary software handles all aspects of scheduling and maintenance

Ultimately, sailing should be fun, romantic, and rewarding. There are many companies committed to making your sailing experience as rewarding as possible.