Two Things Drive Everything We Do
Who We Are
A South Florida marine brokerage covering every category that defines the market, from center consoles and sportfishers to motor yachts up to 100+ feet. Whether you are buying your first boat or selling one you have owned for years, the right specialist walks you through it.
Client Satisfaction
Every buyer and seller gets a dedicated broker who knows the vessel category, the South Florida market, and the people behind the listings. No one gets handed off. No one gets a generic pitch.
Quick Results
Boats that are properly priced, professionally photographed, and exposed across YachtWorld, Boat Trader, boats.com, and Marine Source move. We surface the right inventory so buyers do not waste months chasing the wrong boats.
Across Every Vessel Category
The team at Offshore Yacht Group is structured around vessel specialization. Hover any card to see what that means for you. The carousel advances on its own and pauses while you are reading.
Center Consoles
30 to 60 feet, including the in-house Sparks 46.
Used Viking Yachts
Particularly tournament-rigged sportfishers.
Used Hatteras Yachts
Hatteras yachts and sportfishers.
Used Bahama Boats
Contender, Seavee, Yellowfin, Intrepid, and similar.
Offshore Sportfishers
For Bahamas traveling and tournament fishing.
Dual Consoles & Walkarounds
Built for family use.
Motor Yachts
40 to 100+ feet, strong inventory in Naples.
When you call, you get routed to the broker who knows your category best. Not a generalist. Not a junior agent. A specialist and a local member of the community who boats here.
The Right Path For Every Client
Buying a yacht is a complicated transaction. Hull surveys, sea trials, USCG documentation, insurance, financing, marina assignment, and ongoing maintenance all factor in. Our brokers walk first-time buyers through the full process and steer them away from boats that look right on paper but will not perform offshore or hold value at resale.
We route you to the broker who knows your vessel category best.
We start with how and where you will actually use the boat.
YachtWorld, Boat Trader, and private listings, filtered to your criteria.
We walk every serious candidate before you spend time on it.
Full performance and condition verification before you commit.
We work the numbers so you do not have to.
Every form, every signature, handled start to finish.
Moving from a 28-foot center console to a 42, or stepping up from a 50-foot sportfisher to a 100-foot motor yacht, is not the same transaction as a first-time purchase. Our brokers handle the trade-in side, the timing of selling the old boat against acquiring the new one, and the spec-level decisions that come with larger vessels. That means you are on both paths below at once.
Selling Your Current Boat
Built on real transaction data from Palm Beach to Naples.
Listings that present your vessel at its best.
Wide exposure while your next boat is being sourced.
We qualify buyers before they ever step aboard.
We protect your position through every offer.
A clean, fully documented finish to the sale.
Buying Your Next Boat
The same broker can often manage both sides of your move.
Including how the sale of your current boat affects timing.
YachtWorld, Boat Trader, and private listings.
Every serious candidate is walked first.
Full verification before you commit to the larger vessel.
Spec-level decisions get worked through here too.
Timed against the closing of your outgoing boat.
Every listing engagement starts with a sold-comparable pricing analysis built on real transaction data from the Palm Beach to Naples market. Then professional photography, multi-portal exposure, and a marketing plan tailored to the vessel category and price point.
Built on real transaction data from Palm Beach to Naples.
Listings that present your vessel at its best.
Listed everywhere serious buyers are looking.
We qualify buyers before they ever step aboard.
We protect your position through every offer.
A clean, fully documented finish to the sale.
Out-of-state buyers get full remote coordination, including in-person inspection on their behalf, detailed photo and video walk-throughs, and representation through closing.
The Offshore Boat Works Connection
Offshore Yacht Group is connected to Offshore Boat Works, the in-house manufacturing arm that builds the Sparks 46 Center Console for offshore use. That manufacturing depth is the wedge that separates us from pure brokerage operations.
Our brokers can read a hull, evaluate a power package, and spot issues that listing-portal screenshots will never reveal. For buyers, that is an inspection advantage. For sellers, it means condition reporting that holds up under survey.
Three Connected Florida Markets
Palm Beach County
West Palm Beach, Riviera Beach, North Palm Beach, Palm Beach Shores, Mangonia Park, and Boca Raton, with regular activity at Sailfish Marina, Riviera Beach Marina, Port of Palm Beach, Old Port Cove Marina, Palm Beach Yacht Club, and Soverel Harbour.
Treasure Coast
Jupiter and Stuart, with regular activity around Jupiter Inlet Marina, Harbourside Place, and Sunset Bay Marina.
Southwest Florida Gulf Coast
Naples, with focus on motor yachts and custom sportfishers berthed at Naples City Dock, Cove Inn Marina, and the Port Royal area.
This footprint covers two of the strongest year-round boating markets in Florida and gives our clients access to inventory and buyer demand on both coasts.
The Specialists Behind Every Deal
Brandon
24 years in the marine industry, founder of Offshore Yacht Group with Bob Sparks in 2023. Florida native, IYBA member, based in Jupiter.
Derek
Jupiter native with 20-plus years across manufacturers and brokerages, married with three boys.
Hunter
25 years offshore, Super Yacht management and crew experience, held a 2015 polespear world record.
Frequently asked questions
Pay close attention to the hull condition, engine hours, electrical systems, and any signs of corrosion from saltwater. In South Florida, boats often face heavy offshore use, so a professional survey is recommended before purchase.
Pre owned offshore boats often provide excellent value, especially when already equipped with upgrades like outriggers, electronics, or extra live wells. New boats allow full customization but come at a higher upfront cost.
A brokerage connects serious buyers and sellers, handles negotiations, arranges surveys and sea trials, and manages all paperwork. At Offshore Yacht Group, our deep industry ties help clients find quality custom sportfishing boats not listed publicly.
Running through Palm Beach or Jupiter Inlet, testing the ride in afternoon chop, or checking handling in the Gulf Stream reveals how a boat performs in real Florida conditions. This step is critical before committing to any offshore fishing boat.
Timeframes vary by condition, brand, and market demand. Well kept center consoles and sportfishing boats from respected builders tend to sell faster than older models requiring refits.
Yes. Saltwater conditions around Palm Beach and the Bahamas can be demanding. Insurance not only protects against accidents and weather damage but also helps safeguard you if financing is involved.
Marine lenders often provide terms tailored to boats measuring 30 to 60 feet, including center consoles and sportfish models. Financing spreads out the cost, making ownership easier while preserving cash for outfitting and upgrades.
Buyers typically need a bill of sale, proof of identity, title or Coast Guard documentation, and proof of insurance. A broker ensures everything is compliant with Florida regulations before closing.
Florida requires anyone born after January 1, 1988, to have a Boater Safety Education ID Card. Larger offshore fishing boats may require a licensed captain depending on intended use. Always verify local and Bahamian regulations before crossing.
Annual upkeep in saltwater typically includes engine servicing, bottom painting, detailing, and electronics checks. Expect between 20,000 and 30,000 dollars per year, depending on hours run, storage, and whether you fish offshore regularly.
Yes. Popular upgrades include new marine electronics, gyro stabilizers, additional live wells, tuna towers, or luxury seating. Many owners modernize boats to match their fishing or cruising style.
Center consoles offer speed, versatility, and full open fishing space, perfect for Gulf Stream runs and Bahamas trips. Sportfish models provide more comfort, enclosed cabins, and long range capability for extended offshore adventures.
Find The Specialist Who Knows Your Category Best
Whether you are looking at your first center console, upgrading to a larger sportfisher, or selling a motor yacht, the right specialist is on our team. Call or send a message and we will match you with the broker who knows your category best.