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Old 09-21-2013, 08:38 PM   #22
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Originally Posted by windmill29130 View Post
IMO, most yacht brokers probably work harder than real estate agents. When people are making a huge purchase on something that is going to depreciate in value not increase like real estate, they are more inclined to kick a lot more tires. Most real estate commissions are around 6-7%. Therefore, I think 10% is not unreasonable. I imagine it is very difficult to sell a trawler of any value on your own. Do you want to meet every tire kicker on Saturday or Sunday at the docks? I doubt it. This is just a small part of what they do, necessary evil? I say just necessary? So, I wouldn't worry about what they pay, in the long run it is the quality and upkeep of your boat that helps it sell. Long story short, take care of your boat and make the broker's job easier.
Well said! When I sold my previous boat, the broker did everything to get it sold. All I had to do was sign some papers in exchange for a check.

Not having to show the boat to prospective buyers, to me, is priceless.
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