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Buying a Boat Up North? What Florida Brokers Know That Others Don't

Buying a Boat Up North? What Florida Brokers Know That Others Don't

Buying a boat from up north? A Florida yacht broker breaks down the taxes, history checks, and logistics buyers need to know before they close.

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What the New Tariffs Mean for Yacht Buyers in 2026

What the New Tariffs Mean for Yacht Buyers in 2026

Tariffs on European built yachts have shifted again in 2026. Here's what buyers need to know before making a purchase, from Quality Yachting's Paul Denton Jr.

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The Two Surveys That Protect You: Hull vs. Mechanical (And How Not To Get Burned)

The Two Surveys That Protect You: Hull vs. Mechanical (And How Not To Get Burned)

Most buyers hear “get a survey” and assume that one inspection covers everything from the hull to the engines to the electronics. In reality, you’re hiring two different experts: a hull surveyor and a mechanical surveyor, each with a very different job and a very big impact on your ownership experience. If you treat those choices as a formality, you can end up with a beautiful yacht and a very ugly repair bill.

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The Best Time of Year to Buy a Yacht

The Best Time of Year to Buy a Yacht

Wondering when to buy a yacht? Here's an honest, broker's-eye view of seasonal timing, market shifts, and what actually matters more than the calendar.

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2020 Absolute 50 Fly

Listing Highlight: 2020 Absolute 50 Fly "HOLY MOLY"

2020 Absolute 50 Fly "Holy Moly" for sale in Boca Raton, FL. 3 staterooms, crew cabin, twin Volvo IPS drives. Represented by Paul Denton Jr. at Luke Brown Yachts.

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Bahamas Season

Bahamas Season Is Here. Is Your Boat Ready?

Bahamas cruising season is here. Learn what it takes to prep your yacht, what buyers should factor in, and why the right plan matters more than the boat itself.

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Bay Harbor Boat Show 2026

Bay Harbor Boat Show 2026: What Great Lakes Buyers and Sellers Should Know

Paul Denton recaps the Bay Harbor Boat Show 2026, sharing what serious Great Lakes buyers and sellers are looking for this season.

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Charter First, Buy Smarter. The Case for Getting on the Water Before You Commit

Charter First, Buy Smarter. The Case for Getting on the Water Before You Commit

Thinking about buying a yacht? A short 3 to 4 day charter might be your smartest first move. Yacht broker Paul Denton Jr. explains why charter experience makes better buyers.

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2016 Tiara Yachts C44 Coupe

SOLD: 2016 Tiara Yachts C44 Coupe

Paul Denton Jr. spends two years finding the right boat for a repeat buyer. The 2016 Tiara C44 Coupe closes the search after a slip wait and one rejected survey.

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SOLD: 2021 Formula 430 All Sport Crossover | Quality Yachting

SOLD: 2021 Formula 430 All Sport Crossover | Quality Yachting

Paul Denton Jr. of Luke Brown Yachts closed the sale of a 2021 Formula 430 All Sport Crossover, representing both buyer and seller. See what made this deal work.

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Florida's New Long-Term Anchoring Permit: What Buyers Need to Know

Florida's New Long-Term Anchoring Permit: What Buyers Need to Know

FWC's long-term anchoring permit launches July 2026. If you're buying a yacht in Florida, here's what this means for your ownership plans before you close.

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2001 Azimut 46

Price Reduced: 2001 Azimut 46 Now Listed at $249,500

The 2001 Azimut 46 listed in Fort Lauderdale just dropped $50,000 to $249,500. See what this Italian express cruiser offers and what to know before you buy.

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