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2026 Yacht Market: Fewer Sales, Higher Values and More Price Reductions
The 2026 yacht market has fewer pre-owned sales but higher average values, more listings and more price reductions. Learn what buyers should examine before purchasing.
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Can You Write Off a Yacht in 2026? New rules—and the requirements that actually matter.
Possibly. A yacht tax write-off depends on genuine business use, strong records, personal-use and loss limitations, plus potential recapture on sale.
Read articleEmployer-Provided Crew Meals in 2026: Are Yacht Provisioning Costs Still Deductible?
Are yacht crew meals deductible in 2026? Learn how Section 274(o) affects crew provisioning, charter guests, APA expenses and luxury yachts.
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Florida Yacht Sales Tax: The $18,000 Cap, Use Tax and Delivery Rules
Florida's yacht sales and use tax can reach thousands of dollars, but state law limits the total tax on each boat purchase or use to $18,000. This guide explains the cap, out-of-state purchases, nonresident exemptions, delivery planning and the documentation deadlines yacht buyers cannot afford to miss.
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How Much Do Yacht Charters Make? 2026 Profit Breakdown.
Wondering how much yacht charters make in 2026? See real-world revenue, APA, broker commissions, operating costs, and profit examples for 50ft, 80ft, and 130ft charter yachts.
Read articleYacht Financial Administration 12 Reports Every Owner Should Receive
See the 12 monthly financial reports every yacht owner should receive, from budgets and cash forecasts to payroll, APA, refits and tax-ready records.
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