I think the bottom line regarding boating, is do all you can to not become a victim. This poor gentleman was indeed familiar with criminals as he was a retired parole officer, and he still became a victim. He was fooled by the visit from the killers charming pregnant wife. So, most of us like to save money, and would also like to avoid broker fees. But in this case a good broker would have been a life saver.
As for 13 year old dust, I just saw this over the weekend while flipping channels. And as for the death penalty, we all have our opinions, but none of it matters as it is what it is and we ain't changing it. We all could get together and save the world, but it's not happening. Just turn your TV on for the next few days to watch the circus, and you will understand just what I mean.