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American Marine

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Location: Dubuque, IA 52001

American Marine has Service Centers located in La Crosse, Lake Holcombe, Chippewa Falls, Hayward and Dubuque, able to provide top-rated service work on all types and sizes of boats. Our factory-trained technicians have decades of experience, which ensures your vessel will be in the best hands.

Services:
  • Boat Sales
  • Boat Dealer
  • Boat Broker
  • Volvo Penta Service
  • Volvo Penta Repair
  • Volvo Penta Dealer
  • Volvo Penta Mechanic

Ames Auto Marine

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Location: Freeport, IL 61032

Ames Auto Marine has served the Northern Illinois area since 1983.



We are a full line stocking dealer of Mercury Marine products and offer new Smokercraft fishing boats and Sylvan pontoon boats for your boating pleasure.



Having 40 years of experience and knowledge in the marine trade business, here at Ames we are open all year long to serve you for all your boating and snow and ice control needs.

Services:
  • Boat Service
  • Boat Dealer
  • Boat Winterization
  • Boat Mechanic
  • Outboard Service
  • Boat Bimini Top
  • Boat Cover

Bitler Marine

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Location: Albany, IL 61230

Services:
  • Boat Dealer
  • Boat Broker
  • Boat Sales
  • Boat Cover
  • Boat Bimini Top

Gordy's Marine

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Location: Fontana-on-Geneva Lake, WI 53125

Since 1955 Gordy's has been helping residents and visitors alike enjoy beautiful Lake Geneva to the fullest. Our main location is in Fontana at the quaint and quiet west end of Lake Geneva. We also have showrooms in Oconomowoc, WI, Fox Lake, IL, and an office in downtown Chicago, complete with a floating showroom in Burnham Harbor in season. We provide a wide range of products and services including Cobalt, Malibu, Everglades, & Berkshire boat sales, boat rentals, boat club, ski/wakeboard lessons, boat service & storage, and much more to help with your boating needs. Have an appetite? With 8-mile views, our scenic Lake Geneva waterfront bar/restaurant, Gordy's Boat House & Cobalt Lounge, Shore Shack & Surf Shack offer a family-friendly boating atmosphere with outstanding food and service right on the water. Serving some of the best dishes on and around Lake Geneva and one of the only places on the lake to offer a boat valet service - so come by boat!

Services:
  • Boat Canvas
  • Boat Canvas Repair
  • Boat Cleaning
  • Boat Dealer
  • Boat Sales
  • Boat Financing
  • Boat Rental

Hammertime Sports

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Location: Belvidere, IL 61008

Services:
  • Boat Dealer
  • Boat Broker
  • Boat Sales
  • Boat Cover
  • Boat Bimini Top

Hawkeye Boat & RV Sales

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Location: Dubuque, IA 52001

Hawkeye Boat Sales is built on serving our customers with the best experience while they're shopping for their next recreational vehicle or boat. You deserve the best selection of models on the market and at our dealership, you can rest assured that you'll have the best of the best to choose from. Our staff have the insight and expertise to find you the perfect vehicle from the most esteemed brands like Bennington, Regal, Heartland, Keystone RV, and more. So come in and browse our collection to see why we're the local RV and marine dealer of choice for Dubuque, Iowa.

Services:
  • Boat Sales
  • Boat Repair
  • Boat Broker
  • Boat Service
  • Boat Mechanic
  • Boat Cover
  • Boat Bimini Top

Jerry's Majestic Marine

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Location: Lake Geneva, WI 53147

Jerry’s Majestic a is full service marine dealership with 3 locations and is the envy of other Midwest marine dealers. Jerry’s Majestic Marine offers the widest selection of boats in southern Wisconsin area featuring well respected brands like Regal, Centurion, Harris Flotebote, Kayot and J.C Pontoon. Whether your family needs a bow rider, express cruiser, sport yacht, pontoon, tri-toon, championship ski boat, cuddy cabin, or a wakesurf boat there is no better place to find the perfect boat than at Jerry’s Majestic Marine. Our sales and service staff are employed year round to maintain the experience and integrity needed to properly service and maintain our customer's boats.

Services:
  • Boat Dealer
  • Boat Sales
  • Dock Builder
  • Boat Service
  • Marine Generator Repair
  • Boat Transport
  • Boat Broker

M & M Marine - Savanna, IL

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Location: Savanna, IL 61074

Our dealership has a rock solid reputation of providing excellent service, support and satisfaction. We pride ourselves on giving our customers the best service available, the best parts and accessories, and a staff that understands all aspects of our business.

Services:
  • Boat Dealer
  • Boat Broker
  • Boat Sales
  • Boat Service
  • Boat Repair
  • Boat Mechanic
  • Boat Cover

Perdue Marine

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Location: Lanark, IL 61046

Perdue Marine welcomes you and your family to our modern state-of-the-art showroom, service center, and storage dealership located at beautiful Lake Carroll, IL. Most likely, you’re on a limited time schedule in your search for a pontoon, deck boat, or personal watercraft that meets your needs, so we waste no time in helping you experience an amazing boating lifestyle. Whether you’re buying a boat for the first time, or you need boat and dock repairs and storage, Perdue Marine will put those years of experience at your disposal. We can’t wait to meet you and your family!

Services:
  • Boat Dealer
  • Boat Sales
  • Boat Broker
  • Boat Lift
  • Boat Storage
  • Heated Boat Storage
  • Boat Winterization

Reed's Marine Inc

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Location: Delavan, WI 53115

Your Southern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois Boating Headquarters!
For more than 60 years, we have helped families get exactly the right boat for those days when the water beckons, and it’s time to kick back and enjoy life.

Services:
  • Boat Sales
  • Boat Dealer
  • Boat Broker
  • Boat Sales
  • Boat Broker
  • Boat Financing

Featured Reviews for Boat Broker Pros in Freeport

Kelly's Port
Ken R
September 9, 2021
“Kyle Kelly brokered our boat for us last July and they did it for top dollar in only about a month and we ordered a new regal from them in January of 2021 and just took delivery Labor Day weekend and Charlie was the most awesome salesman ( I can be difficult at times) and Tonya did great handling our finance . Awesome team at Kelly's Port top to bottom with a great gas dock that we've always used!!!“
Performance Boat Center
Mike D
May 25, 2018
“Best of the Best. From the sales process with Jason to mechanic shop with Lance & Myrick these guys are here for ya. Connor did an amazing job on my graphics. Brett and Mark have one of the best place in the country not just at the lake. Highly recommend“
MarineMax
Brett B
April 14, 2019
“I bought a boat from Marine Max/Chandler Daggett back in 2015. They are excellent to work with in all capacities. Chandler was the best on the front end and the service department is top notch. I couldn't recommend more.“

Boat Broker FAQs

What does a boat broker do?

A boat broker helps individuals buy or sell boats by managing the listing, marketing, negotiations, paperwork, and closing process. Brokers are experienced in valuing boats, handling surveys and sea trials, and guiding both parties through the sale.

How is using a boat broker different from selling a boat on my own?

Using a broker gives you access to professional listings, industry networks, and negotiation expertise. They save you time, help set a fair market price, handle buyer screening, and assist with legal documentation—especially helpful for high-value or complex sales.

Do I need to pay a boat broker upfront?

No, most boat brokers work on commission and only get paid when your boat sells. Commission rates typically range from 5% to 10% of the final sale price, depending on the boat's value and the broker’s agreement.

Can a boat broker help me find a specific boat to buy?

Yes! A boat broker can act as a buyer’s agent, helping you find boats that meet your criteria, coordinating viewings, advising on fair pricing, and guiding you through the offer, inspection, and closing process.

How do I choose the right boat broker on Boat Planet?

Use Boat Planet to compare brokers based on location, specialties (powerboats, sailboats, luxury yachts, etc.), reviews, and past sales. Reach out to ask about their process, commission, and experience with boats like yours.

What’s involved in listing a boat with a broker?

Listing involves signing a brokerage agreement, preparing the boat for sale, setting a market price, and providing details like specs, photos, and maintenance records. The broker then markets the listing through MLS platforms, websites, and their network.

How long does it take to sell a boat through a broker?

It depends on market demand, boat condition, and pricing. Some boats sell in weeks, others take several months. A broker will help you price competitively and market effectively to reduce time on the market.

What should I do to prepare my boat for sale through a broker?

Clean and detail your boat, fix any obvious issues, gather service records, and remove personal items. Well-presented boats tend to sell faster and for higher prices. Your broker may also recommend a pre-sale survey or photoshoot.