Question 1

What size is a “small” yacht?

Accepted Answer

On this page, broadly under 50 feet — boats you can realistically run yourself, keep in a standard slip, and use on a weekend without a crew or a plan.

Question 2

Can I run one without a captain?

Accepted Answer

Most owners at this size do. There is no licence requirement for recreational use in Florida for most adults, though a boater education card is required depending on your date of birth — and a few hours with a captain when you take delivery is the cheapest insurance there is.

Question 3

What does dockage cost in Miami?

Accepted Answer

It varies widely by marina, season, and whether you want liveaboard or amenities, and it is worth pricing before you buy rather than after. A consultant can point you at the marinas with realistic availability for your length.

Question 4

Is a smaller boat a good first purchase?

Accepted Answer

Usually, yes — a boat you actually use beats a bigger one that intimidates you. Many FYI clients start here and trade up within a few years, and we coordinate the sale of the first boat against the purchase of the next so the timing works in your favour.

Question 5

Can FYI find a yacht that isn’t listed here?

Accepted Answer

Yes — and it happens often. What you see is FYI's own represented inventory; our consultants also work the worldwide market and off-market network, including vessels whose owners haven't publicly listed. Tell us what you're after and we'll go looking. Call 305-854-6020 or send an inquiry — a broker responds within one business day.

Question 6

What does FYI charge a buyer?

Accepted Answer

Nothing. In a standard brokerage transaction the commission is paid by the seller out of the sale proceeds, so working with an FYI consultant as a buyer costs you nothing and gets you independent representation, comparable-sale data, and someone negotiating on your side.

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