Ownership
Can I Deduct Yacht Loan Interest on My US Taxes in 2026?
A yacht loan can qualify for a US mortgage interest deduction. Learn the 2026 debt limits, collateral requirements and what the saving could actually be.
November 7, 2026Yacht advice
The questions buyers, sellers, charterers and owners actually ask — answered in full, one new article every day.
- Management
How Much Does It Cost to Haul Out and Bottom-Paint a 60-Foot Yacht?
Build a realistic haul-out and antifouling budget for a 60-foot yacht, compare yard quotes properly and spot the extras that inflate the final bill.
November 6, 2026 - Selling
What Paperwork Do I Need to Sell My US-Documented Yacht?
A seller’s checklist for a US-documented yacht: the bill of sale, ownership signatures, inventory, closing statement and delivery records.
November 5, 2026 - Chartering
Is a Bareboat Yacht Charter Damage Waiver Worth It?
Compare waiver fees, remaining deposits and exclusions, with a worked example showing when bareboat charter protection earns its cost.
November 4, 2026 - Buying
How to Check a Used Yacht for Liens Before Buying
Learn which records reveal yacht liens, why a clean title search is not enough, and how to resolve unpaid bills before releasing closing funds.
November 3, 2026 - Refit
Does My Yacht Insurance Cover a Major Refit?
Learn what to check before a major refit: insurance approval, yard liability caps, hot-work conditions and the documents needed before work starts.
November 2, 2026 - Ownership
Does My Yacht Need Low-Sulphur Fuel in the Mediterranean?
Learn which Mediterranean sulphur limit applies to your yacht, what to order at the fuel berth, and how to avoid costly tank and paperwork mistakes.
November 1, 2026 - Management
Does My Private Yacht Need a Garbage Record Book?
Check whether your private yacht needs a Garbage Record Book, what changed at 100 GT, and how crew should record waste landings and keep receipts.
October 31, 2026 - Selling
What Does an Exclusive Yacht Brokerage Agreement Commit Me To?
Understand commission triggers, cancellation dates and protected buyers before signing an exclusive yacht listing agreement.
October 30, 2026 - Chartering
What Happens If I Cancel My Crewed Yacht Charter?
Learn how payment deadlines, replacement bookings and insurance affect what you lose if you cancel a crewed yacht charter.
October 29, 2026 - Buying
How Much Sales Tax Will I Pay on a Yacht Bought in Florida?
Understand Florida's $18,000 yacht tax cap, county surtax, trade-ins and nonresident exemptions, with worked examples and a practical closing checklist.
October 28, 2026 - Refit
How to Keep Yacht Refit Change Orders Under Control
Learn how to price refit extras, control approval authority and track the final bill, with a worked €500,000 budget example.
October 27, 2026 - Ownership
How Much Does a Bahamas Private Yacht Cruising Permit Cost in 2026?
Budget Bahamas cruising permits, anchorage, fishing and passenger charges, with a worked 65-foot yacht example and the rules effective April 2026.
October 26, 2026 - Management
How Does a Named-Storm Deductible Work on Yacht Insurance?
Learn how storm deductibles are calculated, what happens after a total loss, and which hurricane-plan conditions owners should check before renewal.
October 25, 2026 - Selling
Who Pays for the Sea Trial and Haul-Out When Selling a Yacht?
Learn which sea-trial and haul-out costs fall to the seller, how to budget them, and what to agree before the buyer’s inspection day.
October 24, 2026 - Chartering
What Licence Do I Need to Charter a Bareboat Yacht in Croatia?
Find out which skipper and VHF documents to check for a Croatian bareboat charter, when to get approval, and how to avoid an expensive handover problem.
October 23, 2026 - Buying
Can I Get My Yacht Deposit Back After a Bad Survey?
Learn when a yacht deposit is refundable after survey, which deadlines matter, and how to reject or renegotiate without accidentally accepting the yacht.
October 22, 2026 - Refit
How Do I Plan a Yacht Refit Around Its Five-Year Class Survey?
Learn how to align a yacht refit with its five-year class survey, define the yard scope, budget for findings and avoid certificate or launch-date surprises.
October 21, 2026 - Ownership
Does My Yacht Need Coast Guard Documentation or State Registration?
Understand when federal yacht documentation is optional, why state registration may still apply, and what the current filing fees and eligibility rules mean.
October 20, 2026 - Management
How Long Can a Non-EU Yacht Stay in the EU Without Paying VAT?
Learn who qualifies for the EU’s 18-month yacht allowance, whether leaving restarts it, and how to manage winter storage, crew use and customs records.
October 19, 2026 - Selling
Can I sell my yacht if I still owe money on it?
Learn how to sell a financed yacht, calculate your net proceeds, handle a loan shortfall and coordinate the lender’s payoff and mortgage release.
October 18, 2026 - Chartering
What Is APA on a Yacht Charter, and How Much Is It?
Understand yacht charter APA, how much to budget in 2026, what it covers, when top-ups are needed and how unused money is refunded.
October 18, 2026 - Buying
What Does a Pre-Purchase Yacht Survey Include?
Learn what a yacht survey checks, which inspections cost extra, and how to turn the findings into a clear buying decision.
October 16, 2026
