Charles Garland
I represent yacht buyers in South Florida who want one number to call, not a directory of brokers. My focus is direct builder access — current model years, in-stock inventory, and custom orders matched to how you'll actually use the boat — backed by broker-network relationships when a brokerage vessel is the smarter fit.
If you've already done your research, I can save you the next six months. If you haven't, I can save you from buying the wrong boat.
Not sure where to start?
Tell us your range and how you'll use the boat. We'll search YATCO plus the off-market network and reply within 24 hours with three to five vessels worth your time.
The truth about yacht ownership.
Four numbers the listing brochures won't tell you.
A $2M yacht costs $200–300K per year to run — fuel, marina, insurance, maintenance, captain, crew. We model it for you before you make an offer, not after.
A SAMS- or NAMS-certified marine survey is the difference between a $1.5M deal and a $500K mistake. Hidden osmosis, delamination, engine wear — they all show up. We never skip this step.
Most motor yachts lose 15–25% in the first three years, then flatten. Buying a 4–6 year old vessel from a reputable yard captures that depreciation without sacrificing reliability.
Pocket listings, distressed sellers, pre-public reductions — they move through broker networks, not YATCO. Our relationships in South Florida give you access most search-driven buyers never see.