How To Become A Yacht Broker

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Jul 19, 2016

Professional yacht brokering is an appealing career for many people who have a maritime background and live close to the water. How does one go about becoming a yacht broker? What steps should you take in order to successfully become a licensed broker? Let’s look at some fundamental requirements one must consider in the pursuit of becoming a broker.

It’s important to understand the industry of boating before diving into this career path. Being familiar with different boat brands is key; you wouldn’t start selling cars with any knowledge of car brands. This will serve as a base for understanding the prices, quality, performance, and manufacturing quality of individual yachts. Having this basic comprehension will pave the way for smooth sailing when dealing with experienced and amateur customers.

Certifications:

The Yacht Brokers Association of America strongly recommends that new brokers receive their CPYB (Certified Professional Yacht Broker). This certification is not mandatory for yacht brokering, but it puts potential customers in a more comfortable situation. To become eligible for certification, one must have at least three years in sales/yacht brokerage, a history of using and maintaining legal contracts, required licenses, and proof of appropriate trust accounts. The certification process concludes with an exam that determines if one is fit to become a certified broker.

Only a few states actually require new yacht brokers to have a license. States that do require one will need to see evidence of a background in sales, more specifically experience under another licensed broker. Another portion of states will require an administered background check in order to continue the licensing process. Next, yacht brokers may have to take out surety bonds in order to protect their clients and themselves in case of a financial emergency. After acquiring your license, it’s important to note that state rules and regulations state that you must renew your license pending a specific amount of time.

A bachelor’s degree is the standard to find employment in yacht brokering, although having a GED or no formal higher-level education could be sufficient depending on the situation. Ultimately, having a strong knowledge of boats and boating culture can take you far in this field, it is more than possible to become successful in yacht brokering without a college degree.

In the end, anyone can become a yacht broker. If you are motivated, like to make your own hours, and have a thorough knowledge of everything boating…you are on the right track. If you have any questions, or have any of your own tips for becoming a yacht broker, please leave a comment!

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Yacht Brokerage

Who is this course suitable for, whether you’re already an experienced broker or you’re looking to make the transition to this vibrant industry in a junior capacity, the diploma in yacht brokerage is applicable to anyone working within a yacht or charter brokerage environment..

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Modules: 12 in total

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About the Course

Over the years this course has been updated to reflect all aspects of the constantly evolving yacht brokerage industry. Module subjects include essential matters such as registration, title rules and regulations, yacht brokers and the law, business management and valuation along with other challenging subjects such as insurance, finance, sea trials and chartering.

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Course Structure

The course consists of 12 modules. All students are required to successfully complete and pass the module assignments. Diploma students will also be required to sit and pass a final examination.

1. An Introduction to the Yacht Brokerage Industry

  • Yachting safety
  • The purchase of a yacht
  • The law and yachts
  • Health and safety for the yacht broker
  • Customer relations & common courtesy
  • Brokerage companies and organisations
  • The essential resources for a yacht broker

2. Types of Vessels & Technical Descriptions

  • Basics of design
  • Definitions of the principal dimension
  • The shape of hulls
  • Types of vessels
  • Sailing boats
  • Sails and rigging
  • Motorsailers
  • Inland waterways vessels
  • Mechanical propulsion devices
  • Materials & their construction
  • Internal equipment
  • Electronic & navigation equipment
  • Technical standards
  • Basic operational knowledge
  • Weather and tides

3. Registration, Title Rules and Regulations

  • The role and function of registration
  • Registration and the certification of registry
  • Admiralty law and jurisdiction
  • International maritime law
  • Documentation
  • National and international standards
  • The Royal Yachting Association Training & Qualifications

4. Boat Brokers and the Law

Legal concepts

  • English Law and the National Legal System
  • The law of contract
  • The law of tort (negligence)
  • Liability in contract and tort

Sale of goods

  • UK legislation
  • Trade descriptions

Business practice

  • Value Added Tax (VAT)
  • Recreational Craft Directive (RCD)
  • Title & registration
  • Marine insurance

5. Business Management

  • Starting a boat brokerage business
  • Chosen product
  • Obtaining listings, photography, advertising and publicity
  • Go and see the vessel and crawl over it yourself
  • Responsibilities of the different brokerages (listings and selling)
  • Getting the vessel on your books
  • Marketing and selling
  • The sale process
  • Communications, ethics and client relations
  • The five big thoughts

6. The Surveyor in Practice

  • The surveyor
  • Organising and completing the survey
  • Types of surveyors
  • What makes a good surveyor?
  • Types of surveys
  • The role of the surveyor and the sale process
  • The broker/surveyor relationship

7. Sea Trials

  • Sea trial and the broker
  • The purpose of the sea trial
  • Engine tests
  • Steering tests
  • Other system trials
  • Information recording and reporting

8. Valuation

  • Valuation methodology

9. Insurance

  • The legal side of marine insurance
  • The practical side of marine insurance
  • The marine trades policy

10. Finance

  • Sources of finance available to the broker and the decision criteria
  • Title registration and the influence on options for finance
  • Liens and encumbrances
  • Corporate ownership and the rationale
  • Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
  • Client funds, trust, deposits and escrow accounts
  • Miscellaneous finance topics

11. Charter Yacht Brokerage

  • Why get into the charter yacht industry
  • Different types of charter
  • Structure of the yachting industry
  • Getting started
  • Finding yachts for your clients
  • Different types of charter yachts, toys, amenities and crew members
  • International chartering areas and their respective seasons
  • Itineraries
  • Finding clients
  • Sales training & closing the deal
  • Financial transactions
  • Preference sheets
  • Clients & customer care
  • Niche marketing
  • Charter yacht booking

12. Yacht Sales

  • Sales and brokerage
  • Franchise / dealership
  • Introduction to superyacht brokerage
  • Role of the broker
  • Campaign – be prepared
  • Purchasers profile & preferences

Career Pathway

Career path: There is not one single defined career path. In larger yachts many professional yacht crew retrain as yacht brokers in order to be able to come ashore and yet remain in contact with the marine world.

Salary: Can be from a starting level of commission only up to huge sums (millions) for a successful few who sell superyachts. The average annual salary for a yacht and small craft broker in the United Kingdom is around £38,000.

Duties: Finding clients who wish for their yacht to be sold, checking all legal aspects of the right to sell the vessel, obtaining a detailed and accurate description of the vessel, and presenting it in the best possible manner (without misleading). Promoting the vessel to obtain interest and organising viewings. Acting as the intermediary between buyers and sellers and being the glue that holds a sale together through the difficult times.

Meet the Course Director

Toby maclaurin.

Director of Sales ,  Ocean Independence

Toby began his maritime career as a trainee shipwright with Coombes Boatyard in the UK restoring and maintaining mainly classic yachts. A chance meeting with a yacht broker led to a part-time brokerage role at Ancasta International Boat Sales while undertaking an HND in Maritime Leisure Management at the College of Maritime studies in Warsash. Full time employment with Ancasta followed along with senior sales, business development and marketing roles at yacht builder Premier Yachts and then for Opal Marine, before joining superyacht broker and yacht charter specialist Cavendish White in 2002.

Following the Ocean Independence acquisition of Cavendish White in 2008, Toby is now Director of Sales and Marketing in addition to being a Group Board Member and Shareholder of the leading superyacht group and primarily based at the Zürich office in Switzerland. The role as Director of Sales and Marketing is exceptionally varied and primarily involves Toby providing day to day business and troubleshooting support for the group’s 50+ sales and charter brokers across 13 international locations.

Toby has served on the council of ABYA (Association of British Yacht Agents) and was elected to the MYBA (The Worldwide Yachting Association) governing board in March 2008, he then completed 4 years as MYBA President followed by 4 years as Chairman of the association’s commercial company All Yachting SAS, that owns and operates Yachtfolio.com and the MYBA Charter Show.

He has spoken at a number of high profile events and meetings, including the Future of Superyachts Forum, The Superyacht Owners Summit, Rothschild Private Bank annual client meeting, Posidonia Sea Forum and a special meeting of EU tax officials.

As an enthusiastic yachtsman, he has sailed extensively in the Mediterranean and Caribbean, he also has also completed two Atlantic crossings in small sailing yachts.

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DIPLOMA IN YACHT BROKERAGE

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While the nature of distance learning is independent study, we recognise the importance of support. Students can contact us at any time during their course for assistance and our team of industry experts are always on hand for advice.

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We have over 50 industry experts writing, developing and advising on our course material. We truly believe that allowing students to tap into their expertise and knowledge is of the utmost importance to fulfil your dream career.

If you would prefer to complete this as a classroom-based course, please contact us.

How long do the courses take to complete? What's the difference between a Diploma and a Certificate? Read through our Frequently Asked Questions below to find out the answer.

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How To Become A Yacht Broker

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I consider becoming a yacht broker one of the best decisions I have ever made.

In 2016 I jumped feet first into the yacht, boat, and ship brokerage industry with little experience but with incredible passion. Selling yachts was my first job out of college and is still my only post graduation job, aside from working on this website and building other websites.

I even turned down a job offer from Google to work in the yacht industry!

One of the many benefits, in my opinion, of being a yacht broker is that the job is semi seasonal. While the definition of seasonal will change depending on where you work, not being busy for the full 12 months allows me time to offshore fish, build websites , travel, and much more.

How I Became A Yacht Broker

While in college I started a drone photography and videography business as drones, at the time, were still new to market and the barrier to entry was high.

I started by filming short video clips for car dealerships and real estate agents, but I wanted to incorporate my passions of saltwater fishing and yachts with photography.

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One day I cold emailed the most reputable “fishing centric” yacht brokerage in San Diego, California and offered my drone services free of charge. Fast forwarding, this free video offer lead to monthly paid work for over a year. During this year period I was becoming more immersed in saltwater fishing and built up a small following on social media.

Upon graduating from college, I approached the owner and asked for a sales position at the brokerage, to which I was added to the team immediately. Over the last 5 years, I have been responsible for the sale of nearly $33 million in yachts and boats.

How Much Does A Yacht Broker Make?

Researching the compensation for a particular industry or position is important before making a career move.

In most cases, a yacht broker is not paid a salary, rather paid solely on commission. The standard industry commission is 10% based on the selling price of the vessel. This means compensation can range from $100,000 to over $1 million per year.

In my experience, the harder you work the more you will earn as the job is purely commission. There will be months, or several months, where you don’t bring home any income, but when the season is in full swing you will be glad you’re paid on commission and not salary.

Yacht Broker License Information

It’s fairly easy to become a yacht broker or a yacht salesperson. These terms often get lumped together as the same, however a broker owns the company where the salesperson “hangs” their license under.

Only two states in the United States required a license to sell yachts and boats. Florida requires a license for those selling vessels over 32’ that are not their own, and California requires a license for those selling vessel over 16’ that are not their own. The other 48 states are more lax, so I would suggest speaking to a local brokerage in your state about their rules.

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How You Can Become A Yacht Broker

Nearly anyone can become a yacht broker or a yacht salesperson, but not everyone will succeed at the job. Below is a list of traits and actions that can help you get into the category of yacht brokers who earn a substantial living.

1. Be Driven 

As mentioned earlier, this job is purely commission based so you need an excellent work ethic and a “go getter” attitude in order to generate income. Yes you can sit back and not do much work, but when starting out and building your client base, this will lead to lackluster results. Be willing to walk the docks, advertise, leverage social media, and look for opportunities to spread your name and services.

There will be some months where you don’t earn any money, just know that this will happen and be prepared. Have some money set aside to get through the slow times, but on the contrary, when the market is on fire, the sales come quick and steady. 

In any business, honesty is vital for longterm success. Boats and yachts have countless systems and nuances, so when asked a question you don’t have the answer to, simply say you do not know but will find out. Follow up with your client the same day with the answer.

When it comes to negotiations, stick to your guns and don’t become intimidated. There is a time and place to offer a reduced commission or to help bridge a survey allowance gap, but don’t make this your automatic go to.

2. Have A Passion For Boats and Yachts

Your body language and attitude, whether intentful or not, will be analyzed by prospective buyers and sellers, and if you don’t show passion for what you’re talking about, then this will be apparent.

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Many buyers and sellers have chosen to work with me because they could sense my drive and passion for their needs. I highly encourage you to be genuinely excited to show or preview a vessel because you can always learn something new, plus the water is your office…it doesn’t get much better than that.

Having prior sales experience will be helpful in making a seamless transition into the yacht sales industry, but I’ve found it’s not a requirement. As your deal flow increases, transactions will become easier but for the first year or two there will be a lot of learning moments throughout the sales cycle.

When starting out, take as many listing as you can to get experience learning about different boat platforms and brands, as well as work out all the kinks that can arise during negotiations, paperwork and closing.

3. Excellent Communication and Follow Up

This section separates excellent brokers from mediocre brokers. While this may be the most important aspects of the job, I think it requires the least amount of text.

  • Always tell the truth and be honest…if an unpleasant conversation needs to be had, do it quickly and with a phone call opposed to sending an email
  • Always stay in contact with your clients…whether they are a prospect, in contract on a boat, or a past client, maintain contact often
  • Follow up early and often…be preemptive in your communication, pre addressing and questions before they become questions…a simple text message or two sentence email with an update is often all that is needed for your client to instill additional trust in you

4. Contact Local Yacht Brokerages For An Open Position

Once you have a good understanding of what you’re entering in to, it’s time to start looking for a brokerage to work under.

If you’re totally new to the industry, I recommend using Google to find reputable brokerages in your area, or you can see which brokerages advertise in the back of Yachting Magazine or Marlin Magazine for example.

For those with some experience within the boating industry, you should have somewhat of an idea of which brokerage houses are the most reputable in your area.

There is no better way to land a job than walking in and asking to speak to the owner or manager. Bring a resume and be prepared if the decision maker wants to talk right then. Even if a position isn’t available today, stay in contact via email so that when an opening does occur your name comes to mind.

Selling yachts for a living has offered me many opportunities that I could have never had without this employment. If you’re ready to work hard, then I encourage you to take the plunge immediately. The first 12 months will be difficult, but after that the learning curve begins to flatten.

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Yachtbroker

A yacht broker is a trained professional, sometimes licensed, who is capable of helping sellers and buyers of yachts and boats with information, advice, and transaction management. But what exactly does a yacht broker do? Do you need one to buy or sell a boat? And is it usually worth hiring one?

Yacht Broker Basics

You can think of a yacht broker as similar to a real estate agent. This individual is usually professionally trained and highly knowledgeable about the dynamics of buying and selling yachts and boats, and their whole job is facilitating smoother, more mutually favourable boat transactions.

A yacht broker can help you with:

  • Listing your boat for sale. If you're not familiar with the ropes of selling a boat, you might not know where to list it, how to list it, or how to market it in a way that makes it appealing to potential buyers. A boat broker can take care of almost all of this on your behalf, making your life much easier.
  • Finding you a boat. Boat brokers can also represent you as a buyer, helping you find the right boat for your needs. If you've started browsing the markets and you're having trouble finding what you're looking for, a broker could be a huge advantage.
  • Fielding and evaluating enquiries from buyers. As you're selling a boat, your broker will take care of fielding and evaluating enquiries from buyers. They can filter out the tire-kickers, answer questions from legitimate buyers, provide tours, and move the process forward.
  • Negotiating. Brokers are excellent negotiators. If you hire a boat broker on your behalf, they'll be your emissary in negotiations, pushing for a price that works in your favour. Sellers try to sell the boat for as much as possible, while buyers push for lower prices.
  • Facilitating transactions. Yacht brokers are also beneficial for facilitating transactions. They've overseen hundreds of boat transactions already, so they're prepared for virtually any challenges that arise when trying to finalise the deal.
  • Attending inspections. Your broker may attend inspections, making sure that everything is done above board.
  • Attending delivery. Your broker may also attend delivery, making sure that the transaction is finalised successfully.

Typically, the yacht broker is paid a commission, as agreed by the seller.

You can hire a yacht broker to help you sell or buy a vessel. Accordingly, there may be a seller’s broker and a buyer’s broker present during a transaction. Buyers are typically not responsible for paying a broker commission; instead, like in real estate, the selling broker usually splits the commission with the buying broker.

The Benefits of Using a Broker

What are the benefits of using a yacht broker?

  • Expert advice. Many people choose to work with a boat broker so they can get access to expert advice. Even if you're a seasoned boat owner, there are nuances to buying and selling boats that you may not be aware of.
  • Pricing guidance. Choosing a list price for your boat can be a massive headache; if you sell for too low, you could end up losing money, but if you sell for too high, it might take you too long to sell the vessel. A broker can give you expert pricing guidance so you list it for the perfect price for your needs.
  • Better marketing. Yacht brokers are excellent marketers and advertisers. With their help, you can make your boat available to more people and sell your boat faster.
  • Easy negotiations. Negotiating can be difficult , but you won't have to deal with it if you hire a broker. They'll take care of just about everything on your behalf; all you need to do is sign off on the final number.
  • Higher sale prices. Often, brokers are able to help sellers fetch a higher sale price for their boat. In other words, they can more than pay for themselves.
  • Smoother final transactions. Occasionally, last-minute wrinkles can jeopardise the success of a boat transaction. Brokers can mitigate this possibility and facilitate smoother final transactions.
  • Peace of mind. Hiring a broker gives you more peace of mind that you’re handling this transaction appropriately.

Is a Broker Worth It?

Brokers can charge a commission in different ways. Sometimes, brokers charge a fixed commission. But more commonly, they charge a percent – usually, 10 percent of the purchase price in the USA, possibly a little lower in other parts of the world.

So, is a broker worth it? That partially depends on your goals and motivations, but in many cases, hiring a broker is more than worth it. They often pay for themselves by helping you get a higher sale price for your vessel, and they'll certainly make your life easier in the process.

How to Find a Broker

If you’re in the market for a broker, take advantage of our yacht broker directory . There, you can specifically look for brokers in your country or region, evaluate individual brokers, and choose the best fit for your needs.

You may also be able to find a broker by networking with other boat enthusiasts in your area. Chances are, if you have many contacts at the marina, someone you know already knows a reliable yacht broker.

Do You Really Need a Broker?

Is a broker truly necessary to buy or sell a yacht? The short answer is no. While brokers can provide you with a great deal of advantages and increase the convenience of buying or selling a vessel, we’re obligated to point out that selling or buying a boat totally on your own is possible. You'll just need to do more research and work on your own to do it – and you may end up seeing inferior results.

Regardless of whether or not you choose to work with a boat broker, TheYachtMarket is your home for everything boating. Browse our selection of new and used boats for sale , or list yours for sale today !

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From buying to selling boats and enjoying life on the high seas, the exciting life of a yacht broker seems like a dream to many.

What exactly is involved in their job?

This article will highlight some of the key responsibilities of a yacht broker.

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A yacht broker helps to make sure that everything goes smoothly behind the scenes of buying and selling a yacht.

They do a lot to help to make sure the stress of buying or selling a yacht is less stressful and can help to speed the process up.

1) Looking at the Boat

Whether the client is purchasing a boat or selling one, the yacht broker will first need to view the vessel.

This is in order to get a good idea of the condition of the yacht. He or she will need to appraise the condition of the boat.

Another responsibility is to talk to the crew about the maintenance schedule. The yacht broker will also need to look at the ship’s papers. Having all of the right certificates in order and documents is crucial to sealing the deal.

2) Appraising the Boat

The yacht broker will also want to talk to his industry contacts to get an idea for how much the yacht is sold for.

The yacht broker has the important job of saving the seller or buyer time and pain when it comes to selling a boat.

A yacht broker can help with assessing the boat and surveying it to make sure it is in premium condition. They will attend the survey with you, or for you, if you are not able to. The broker will act as the intermediary during the process of the sale.

3) Filling Out The Paperwork

The yacht broker’s job is to make sure that the paperwork gets done. This includes collating the documents for the actual closing of the sale, preparing technical specifications, to making sure the yacht has all of the appropriate certificates.

They will also guide the yacht owner through aspects such as loan payoffs, corporate ownership, bills of sale, and similar documents.

4) Briefing The Parties Involved

A yacht broker will need to direct clients to the best possible marine lawyer for their specific yacht.

The yacht broker may need to help encourage the deal to keep pushing through.

5) Marketing

Marketing is an essential part of the yacht broker profession, especially when they are representing the seller of a yacht.

In the past, a yacht broker operated out of a big office building, and people would walk by and visit because they were considering purchasing a yacht.

Now, in the era of the internet, people from all over the world have access to a yacht broker and their services.

The yacht broker may make use of advertising such as banner ads or videos. Marketing yachts effectively makes use of the internet, so a yacht broker may make posts on social media, classifieds, or their personal website to sell a yacht or find one.

Some yacht brokers might make a video walk-through of the yacht and explain the features to potential clients. Others will have a professional website that acts as a point of contact.

6) Duties While Selling

As stated above, the broker will list the yacht on Yachtworld and other appropriate outlets. They also have the responsibility of pricing the yacht reasonably. Brokers will have access to recent sales, and they know how much they should go for based on recent sales prices.

When they receive responses to the yacht adds, they will prescreen responses so as to find those that are most likely to lead to a sale.

A yacht broker will also have the duty of showing the boat to people who are interested in buying it. They’ll give them the tour, and be sure that the boat is in pristine condition.

The yacht broker will also answer any questions that the buyers have.

Another responsibility they have is to communicate negotiations with the yacht owner. They will also handle the pricing of the yacht , which is where they might get their earnings from.

Finding the right price is a big part of getting the boat sold.

Part of their job would be to take pictures of the boat and to write a description of it that entices buyers.

7) Securing the Sale

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When a price is agreed upon, the yacht broker will draw up the sales agreements and will also accept deposits.

Modern technology allows them to do this electronically with smartphones, tablets, and computers.

A yacht broker will secure sea trials where the potential buyer will take it for a test drive on the water as well as schedule surveys.

After the sale is made, they will transfer the funds to the yacht owner.

A yacht broker can assist a buyer in getting financing for the yacht.

8) Duties After the Sale

The broker’s job doesn’t stop after the boat is sold.

They can also assist in docking, boat detailing, and refining it to meet the buyer’s needs.

Their industry connections can help a lot in this process after the boat is sold, and helps to make boat ownership a rewarding experience.

Types of Agreements With Yacht Brokers

Some yacht brokers take a 10% commission on the sale of the boat and might bring it down in order to secure a sale on a boat. There are different types of agreements.

A central agency agreement, or an exclusive listing, means that a seller has hired a specific broker to sell their boat.

The broker may then list it on Yachtworld or a similar site. They then enter a co-brokerage agreement. Co-brokerage is when another broker finds a buyer for the yacht, and the original broker splits the commission with them.

Almost 70% of all yacht sales are done in this way because of this incentive. In this agreement, even if an owner brings in a buyer or donates the boat, they are still liable to pay the broker commission.

Most of the yacht sales are completed with a central agency agreement.

Another type of sale is the open listing agreement. In this setup, the owner can bring in more than one broker for the sale.

The owner also retains the right to sell the yacht on their own.

A disadvantage to this type is because they are not guaranteed commission, they might not spend money that is necessary to advertise the boat. It also might result in communication errors among more than one broker and prospective buyers.

However, on the other hand, a motivated broker might be more likely to bring in a sale because then they would be guaranteed the entire commission. The typical length of the agreement is around six months.

Yacht Broker Duties If You Are Buying

Brokers help to ease buyer’s anxiety when putting down large amounts of cash for a luxury yacht.

They might set up a separate bank account for the transaction and the necessary deposits.

The contract will specify what the contingencies of the sale are, and also how much or how the money will be returned if the sale does not go through.

For the buyer, the yacht broker will have the advice they need to find the right boat at the right price. They’ll be able to open doors and find opportunities that benefit both parties and create a win-win situation.

They work as an advocate on behalf of the buyer and will be priceless when it comes to negotiating and securing a sale.

Know The Role Of The Broker

In most sales, the broker is a worker for the seller and not the buyer.

This is an important part to remember. Their job is to get the highest price possible to satisfy the buyer and to make money. It is possible for a buyer to enter into an agreement with a broker with a buyer’s broker agreement.

A buyer’s broker represents the buyer, not the person selling the boat.

When they know what type of yacht the buyer is looking for, they will search for it through their contacts and resources available to them. They will assist in finding the right boat for the buyer’s needs and budget as well as assist in the necessary paperwork.

A buyer’s broker will typically get a split in commission from the seller’s broker.

There may be no cost to the buyer for using a buyer’s broker, but be sure to read the details of the agreement before signing.

A yacht broker has priceless industry knowledge that will assist in the buying and selling of yachts. A trustworthy broker will help save buyers and sellers time and money when they are making the purchase. They’ll pool the talents and resources of a team of brokers to support the transaction go quickly and smoothly.

Finding the right yacht broker with experience and integrity will make a big difference in the process. A yacht purchase is a significant investment, and teaming with the right people helps to ensure that the investment is the right one.

They understand the market and all of the nuances involved in buying and selling.

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Yachts are among the vessels seen on display in this 2019 file photo in Palm Beach County. Two new lawsuits, filed in 2024, aim to upend years-old ways of awarding commissions to brokers representing boat sellers and buyers. (South Florida Sun Sentinel file photo)

Two newly filed federal lawsuits claim that 10% sales commissions required by South Florida’s yacht broker industry are anticompetitive and violate antitrust laws.

The claims follow an October finding by a federal jury in Kansas City, Missouri, that the National Association of Realtors conspired with brokers to artificially inflate commissions paid to real estate brokers. The ruling, and a March 15 settlement by the Realtors, is expected to radically change how homes are sold in the United States.

Both lawsuits involving yacht brokers name as defendants the International Yacht Brokers Association, based in Fort Lauderdale, the Yacht Brokers Association of America, Boats Group LLC and YATCO LLC.

Also listed as defendants in both suits are a who’s who of South Florida-based yacht brokers, including Denison Yacht Sales, MarineMax Inc., Galati Yacht Sales Inc., Allied Marine Inc., Tournament Yacht Sales LLC and Northrop & Johnson Yacht Ships, among others.

Nearly all of the defendants are headquartered in South Florida.

The most recent suit, filed on March 22, proposes a class of plaintiffs that includes anyone who listed vessels on certain Multiple Listing Services using a listing agent or broker affiliated with one of the defendants and paid a buyer’s broker commission since March 22, 2020.

The lead plaintiff in the lawsuit is Kip Lamar Snell, identified as an Alabama resident. Snell entered into an agreement with Galati to sell a 41-foot Express Cruiser Sea Ray in July 2020 and ended up paying a $12,000 commission on the $120,000 sale price, the suit states. The lawsuit lists as defendants 15 brokers and six organizations that promote the yacht trade or operate Multiple Listing Services.

That lawsuit follows one filed on Feb. 29 that proposes a class of plaintiffs that includes anyone who paid a commission to a listing broker affiliated with the defendants since Feb. 19, 2020. It lists as defendants 11 brokers and five organizations that promote the yacht trade or operate Multiple Listing Services.

The lead plaintiff in that suit is Ya Mon Expeditions, a Wyoming company that paid a “substantial broker commission” when it sold a vessel in January 2023 while represented by Tournament Yacht Sales of Tequesta.

The most recent complaint accuses the trade associations of colluding with brokers to “enforce an anticompetitive restraint that requires (sellers of pre-owned yachts and boats) to pay a brokerage fee to the buyer’s broker and a total aggregate commission fee that is inflated as a condition for selling their yachts.”

The complaint states the typical commission is 10% and is shared between the seller’s broker and the buyer’s broker under terms spelled out in Central Listing Agreements provided by the brokers associations, including the International Yacht Brokers Association and the Yacht Brokers Association of America.

Only boat brokers are able to list boats and yachts on such Multiple Listing Services as YachtWorld.com, BoatTrader.com and Boats.com, and the Multiple Listing Services will not accept listings from owners who want to sell their vessels themselves, the lawsuit states.

Yacht owners are “severely disadvantaged” if they do not list their boats for sale on the listing services, while buyers suffer because their brokers are “financially incentivized” to show boats that will earn them standard “and inflated” commission rates of 4% to 5% through co-brokerage transactions, the complaint states.

None of the defendants contacted for this story responded to a request for comment, and no response has been filed yet in either case.

Robert Allen Jr., whose Miami-based law firm Robert Allen Law represents the International Yacht Brokers Association, did not respond to emails or return a phone call.

A woman who answered the phone at the International Yacht Brokers Association said, “We have no comment on that,” and hung up after a reporter asked for her name.

Of six brokers contacted for comment about the lawsuits, only Tournament Yacht Sales responded to emails. “No comment,” the company’s response stated.

Overall commissions have increased faster than the rate of inflation in recent years as the price of larger boats and yachts have increased, according to the lawsuit that lists Snell as lead plaintiff.

The result is that boat owners pay “hundreds of millions of dollars” in inflated commissions each year, the suit alleges.

Both lawsuits allege violations of the Sherman Antitrust Act that are upheld by “brokers who should be competing with one another but, instead, cooperate with each other to the detriment of pre-owned boat sellers.”

Some brokerages represent both buyers and sellers and retain the entire 10% commissions, the suits state.

The trade associations enforce rules requiring brokers to offer their boats through a listing service and to share commissions, the suits state, adding that they can impose significant penalties on members who do not comply with their rules.

Yacht purchasers are disadvantaged by the current system, the lawsuit alleges, because their agents would otherwise negotiate for their business by decreasing their commission rates.

But buyer brokers’ commissions have remained constant despite their diminishing role, the suits state. Many buyers today find boats they are interested in purchasing through online searches and enlist the services of a buyer’s broker only after identifying the yacht they want to buy, the suits claim.

The lawsuits seek an order declaring the commission structure to be illegal, a permanent injunction outlawing what they describe as anticompetitive conduct, plus damages and/or restitution, pre- and post-judgment interest, and attorneys’ fees.

Paul Geller, an attorney for one of two law firms representing the class that includes Snell, acknowledged “parallels between the allegations relating to commissions in the real estate and yacht markets.”

In the real estate matter, the National Association of Realtors on March 15 agreed to a $418 million proposed settlement that would free home sellers from paying commissions to brokers for both sellers and buyers.

After a jury ruled for the plaintiffs in the case against the National Association of Realtors in October, numerous lawsuits were filed across the country with similar allegations, including one in December against the Florida Association of Realtors and 16 brokerages.

“At bottom, the goals of (the suit against the yacht brokers) are similar: protecting consumers by challenging what we allege to be anti-competitive conduct,” Geller said by email. “We believe in the universal truth that consumers benefit by increased transparency and the competitive pricing that results from negotiated terms, including commissions.”

Geller is a partner at Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP, which specializes in securities litigation on behalf of investors. The firm has offices in 10 cities, including Boca Raton.

Ron Hurtibise covers business and consumer issues for the South Florida Sun Sentinel. He can be reached by phone at 954-356-4071, on Twitter @ronhurtibise or by email at [email protected].

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