Frequently Asked Questions

At YASL, our foundation is customer service. We are accessible. If you have questions, feel free to contact us. We will respond to your inquiries. We know, through experience, that buying and selling a boat can be difficult, there are many unknowns and many different opinions. We are not, and will strive to not become, just another website to post boats. Please start with some of the FAQ’s below.

NOTE: YASL is not a yacht brokerage and does not ask for or require any commissions. YASL is a Multiple Listing Service that helps boat owners and boat brokers post and sell the boats they have for sale. You can post on YASL completely for FREE. If you have any questions or concerns, please send your inquiries to [email protected].

Select one of the frequently asked questions below to find answers to your questions. If you have further questions, feel free to email us at the email below.

Questions about selling A Boat

In most cases, traditional marine lenders will not lend on a boat that is more than 20 years old. Nevertheless, we have seen some buyers get lending on boats over 20 years old. We have typically seen this done through credit unions and banks that the buyer has a good relationship with. CONTACT US TODAY FOR A REPUTABLE LENDER REFERRAL IN YOUR AREA AT 562-567-7207.

There are actually many reasons to use a yacht broker, including the expertise and knowledge that a good yacht broker will bring to your transaction. It is also most likely that a yacht broker will bring a qualified buyer to make an offer on your boat. In some cases, buyers that do not have a yacht broker also do not have the knowledge to ask the right questions and make the right offers. Most yacht brokers are confident that they can bring a buyer that is prepared to purchase and is willing to offer more money for a qualifying boat. CONTACT US TODAY FOR A REPUTABLE YACHT BROKER REFERRAL IN YOUR AREA AT 562-567-7207.

Yes, in some harbors, marinas will not accept your boat unless it was purchased through a yacht broker.

Yes, you should consider working with yacht brokers. In some cases, buyers will not even look at a boat unless their broker can represent them. If the right buyer for your boat is working with a broker, you don’t want to miss the opportunity to accept an offer from them. And remember that you can negotiate the broker’s commission. In some cases, working with brokers can help you get the boat sold and possibly even get you more money.

It is estimated that, when wanting to get the full value of your boat, that it will take approximately eight months to sell your boat. When running comps on your boat don’t only look at the highest listing, also look at the lowest listing, and consider all of the points of comparison. If you need your boat to sell quicker you should consider many things, including the condition, where it is marketed, the price, and working with brokers.

Questions about Buying A Boat

Yes, it is highly recommended that you use surveyors when you are purchasing a boat. There are different types of surveyors and inspectors that can assist you through the purchasing process. We recommend a marine surveyor, an engine surveyor (including oil samples), and a rigging inspector when applicable. If a seller refuses to allow you to use surveyors to inspect the boat, it would be considered a red flag and you should proceed with caution. CONTACT US TODAY FOR A REPUTABLE SURVEYOR REFERRAL IN YOUR AREA AT 562-567-7207.

Yes, it is highly advised to haul out when purchasing a boat. By hauling out, your marine surveyor will be able to see what’s going on below the waterline, including your shafts, props, cutlass bearings, thru hulls, and he can check for delamination and blisters. CONTACT US TODAY FOR A REPUTABLE SURVEYOR REFERRAL IN YOUR AREA AT 562-567-7207.

There are actually many reasons to use a yacht broker, including the expertise and knowledge that a good yacht broker will bring to your transaction. It is also most likely that a yacht broker will bring a qualified buyer to make an offer on your boat. In some cases, buyers that do not have a yacht broker also do not have the knowledge to ask the right questions and make the right offers. CONTACT US TODAY FOR A REPUTABLE YACHT BROKER REFERRAL IN YOUR AREA AT 562-567-7207.

Yes, it is still recommended to work with a yacht broker when dealing with a FSBO directly. In some cases, although a FSBO does not want to list with a yacht broker and pay a full commission, they are still willing to work with a broker and negotiate a commission. You can also negotiate the yacht broker’s commission when negotiating the purchase price of the boat. CONTACT US TODAY FOR A REPUTABLE YACHT BROKER REFERRAL IN YOUR AREA AT 562-567-7207.

Questions About Registering On YASL

No, YASL is not a yacht brokerage.

No, YASL does not charge any fees when your boat sells.

No, YASL does not require a credit card to register and post your boat for FREE.

Yes, at this time, in an effort to assist everybody, we do not have any broker restrictions on registering. However, you will be limited to only one listing. If you are a broker or a salesperson, it is best to contact us so we can explain your options and assist you the best way that we can. Please email your questions to [email protected].

We are now working with various yacht brokers getting them listed on YASL. Please contact us directly at [email protected] to get qualified and set up.

Yes, at this time, we do allow yacht salespeople to post on YASL even if their broker is not registered on YASL. Please contact us directly at [email protected] to get qualified and set up.

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