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Action Marine Inc

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Location: Burlington, WI 53105

We get you on the water ~ the fun starts there! Action Marine is proud to offer Friendly Service You Can Count on and Products You’ll Love.

Services:
  • Boat Sales
  • Boat Dealer
  • Boat Broker
  • Boat Storage
  • Boat Winterization
  • Boat Rental

Bay Marine of Chicago, LLC

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Location: Waukegan, IL 60085

Bay Marine of Chicago, LLC is a full-line marine dealership with service, storage and brokerage services for yachts up to 100.

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

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

Basa's Marine

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Location: Bolingbrook, IL 60440

Basa’s Marine is the leading boat dealership in the Midwest. Boating is a way of life. It’s our way of life here at Basa’s Marine, we are a team of boaters with one goal: to create the most enjoyable and effortless purchase and sales process possible. We love boating and we know you will love boating with us. No matter what size boat you are looking for, look no further than Basa’s Marine. We offer a variety of different boats and sell new, pre-owned, and brokered. You won’t find a better selection of boats in the Midwest. We look forward to getting you out on the water!

Services:
  • Boat Dealer
  • Boat Sales
  • Boat Broker
  • Boat Service
  • Boat Mechanic
  • Boat Transport
  • Boat Insurance

Beacon Marine

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Location: Milwaukee, WI 53204

Beacon Marine is an exciting full-service marine dealer featuring Boston Whaler, Cobalt (NE Wisconsin), Grady-White, and Yamaha. These are truly among the best quality and highest performing brands in the industry. And to support your boating lifestyle, Beacon provides service for Yamaha and Mercury outboards, and Mercury stern drives. Beacon in Milwaukee also offers climate-controlled and outdoor storage, continuing the solid tradition established by Pier Milwaukee. As we approach our 10th year in business, we are increasingly proud of our heritage and of our future! We welcome you to get to know us - and allow us to guide you to your dream on the water!

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

Bergersen Boat Co.

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Location: Lake Geneva, WI 53147

We are Geneva Lakes 'go to' for high quality wooden boats. Owning a wood boat should be fun! Let us take care of the details and make sure it is. Restoring, upgrading, buying, selling or storing, we've got you covered. We care for your boat like it's our own. We always give you our honest opinion and make sure your restoration makes sense. If you're looking to have a boat restored we can help you decide which ones are good candidates for restoration.

Services:
  • Boat Dealer
  • Boat Storage
  • Boat Sales
  • Boat Broker
  • Yacht Management
  • Boat Builder

Centerpointe Boat Services

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Location: Pewaukee, WI 53072

Quality boat sales, service, slips, and storage serving Lake Michigan & the surrounding inland lakes!

Services:
  • Boat Service
  • Boat Repair
  • Boat Mechanic
  • Boat Motor Repair
  • Outboard Service
  • Outboard Motor Dealer
  • Outboard Motor Mechanic

Centerpointe Yacht Services, LLC

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Location: Milwaukee, 53204

CenterPointe Yacht Services is a full-service marine operation with 5 locations covering Wisconsin, Illinois, and western Michigan. Our facilities are unmatched on the Great Lakes. In addition to new yacht sales, we offer exceptional brokerage services. Our brokerage professionals are poised to market and sell your yacht quickly and efficiently. As a buyer, you can count on us to find the boat you are looking for at a price you can feel good about.

CenterPointe Yacht Services delivers quality boat sales, service, slips, and storage for boaters in Wisconsin, and Illinois. We represent the most respected brands of luxury yachts, powerboats, deck boats, and center consoles in the world including Beneteau Powerboat brands, Grand Trawler, Monte Carlo, Gran Turismo, Swift Trawler, Antares, Flyer, Pursuit, Chris Craft, Monterey, NauticStar, and Stingray . We represent the best pontoons and tri-toons on the market including Sanpan, AquaPatio, Monaco, Sweetwater, Misty Harbor, Viaggio, and Lowe. We also proudly sell Lowe aluminum fishing boats. In addition to new yacht and boat sales, CenterPointe Yacht Services offers exceptional brokerage services that have a proven track record of results. Our vast experience in selling new and used boats gives us insight and product knowledge that most other brokers do not possess.

Services:
  • Boat Dealer
  • Boat Sales
  • Boat Painting
  • Bottom Painting
  • Boat Service
  • Marine Generator Repair
  • Boat Slips For Rent

Dal-Tech Boat Works

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Location: Oak Creek, WI 53154

boat sales

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

Five Star Boat Center

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Location: Fox Lake, IL 60020

Private gated marina with slips for boats from 18' to 43' We are your local ShoreMaster pier and boat lift dealer. We are a Bentley and Larson boat dealer.

Five Star Boat Center is your local Boat Dealership. We are an authorized dealer for Larson Boats, Evinrude, Mercruiser and Yamaha Engines. We service all makes and models of boats. We buy sell and trade boats. Our gated marina is right on Pistakee Lake directly off US RT. 12 in Fox Lake.

Services:
  • Boat Dealer
  • Boat Sales
  • Boat Broker

Featured Reviews for Boat Broker Pros in Harvard

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.