Boat Show VIP Boat Buying Experience™
SELLER HAS A BROKER.
YOU SHOULD TOO.
Attending the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show?
Don’t walk in alone. Our VIP Boat Buying Experience™ offers serious buyers private access, expert support, and real savings on your next yacht purchased at or after FLIBS 2025.
Pre-book with us today! Limited buyer appointments left for 2025.
WHY YOU NEED REPRESENTATION AT FLIBS 2025
Buying a new or used boat at the boat show is exciting—and risky. Without expert help, you could overpay, miss hidden issues, or get stuck negotiating against the seller’s yacht broker.
Our VIP Boat Buying Program protects your investment, reduces your risk, and turns the buying process into a significant advantage for your next boat.
The average boat buyer overpays or misses key issues without representation...
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The seller’s yacht broker (listing broker) works for them—not you.
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Avoid high-risk listings, time-wasters, and negotiation traps.
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Having a buyer’s rep at FLIBS can save you $10K–$50K+.
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Our team navigates, negotiates, and protects your best interests.
"In a Business Insider feature, a yacht surveyor noted that buyers frequently exceed asking prices due to market pressure. In one case, a buyer knowingly paid $20–30K over the asking price."
Business Insider, Feb. 2022 / By Hayley Cuccinello
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR VIP EXPERIENCE
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Two (2) All-Access Show Day Passes
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Access to the J Brothers VIP House
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Complimentary Parking
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Golf Cart Transport Into the Show
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Pre-Show Discovery Session (We plan your FLIBS strategy)
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On-Site Broker-Led Yacht Tours
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Contract, Negotiation & Closing Support
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Vessel Survey & Delivery Oversight
"We saved over $50,000 on a boat we almost bought solo. J Brothers and their Advisors made the entire show experience smooth and low stress.”
VIP Clients, John and Sarah O.
VIP BUYING EXPERIENCE FAQ
Q: Can’t I just walk the show myself?
Of course—but you're on your own. You’ll talk to listing yacht brokers, not get unbiased advice. We eliminate the guesswork and protect your interests.
Q: Is this only for experienced buyers?
No—this program is perfect for first-time or experienced buyers who want expert support.
Q: What if I don’t buy a boat?
The goal of the Compass VIP Experience is to identify the best vessel at the show and negotiate exclusive show pricing—often the most competitive time to make a deal. However, if you don’t find the right yacht during the event, you’ll have up to 60 days after the show to finalize your purchase and still receive your full Compass VIP buyer credits and benefits. Read More >>
Q: Is my VIP experience fee applied toward the boat purchase?
Yes. Your one-time VIP concierge fee will be applied to your boat purchase. If you purchase a yacht through our team—at the show or within 60 days after—it will be credited toward your boat deposit, plus you’ll receive exclusive buyer bonuses as part of your Compass VIP experience. Read More >>
TOP SELLING BOATS
All Years. All Makes. All Models
We assist with purchasing any boat or yacht brand.
WHAT OUR VIP CLIENTS
ARE SAYING!
Doug L.
J Brothers just sold our boat after a short four month listing. Cannot say enough about the detail and professionalism of the listing itself which garnered outstanding volume of showings.
Jim R.
The team was very professional in their representation of our Regal 42. Excellent communication throughout the process. Would highly recommend Michael's brokerage services!
Ricardo R.
Micheal Johnson was amazing. He made sure the boat was always showing at its best, introduced me to contractors when updates and repairs were needed, checked in on the boat periodically, particularly after bad weather.
Charles R.
Michael is the consummate professional! I highly recommend him. He is proactive any responsive. I was always treated respectfully and honestly.
Gabrielle R.
J Brothers went above and beyond to make sure our corporate group had an excellent experience out on the water. Any requests or adjustments we had during the booking process were quickly addressed.
FLIBS 2025 HOURS AND LOCATION
Fort Lauderdale Boat Show Hours:
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Pre-View Day: WED (10/29): 12 pm - 7 pm
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VIP Day: THURS (10/30) 10 am - 7 pm
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VIP Day: FRI (10/31) 10 am - 7 pm
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VIP Day: SAT (11/1) 10 am - 7 pm
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Final Show Day: SUN (11/2) 10 am - 5 pm
Compass VIP Time Slots
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THURS (10/30): 9 am - 1 pm / 3 pm - 7 pm
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FRI (10/31): 9 am - 1 pm / 3 pm - 7 pm
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SAT (11/1): 9 am - 1 pm / 3 pm - 7 pm
If you're searching for how to buy a yacht at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2025, don’t go it alone. Our Compass VIP Buyer Program provides expert yacht broker representation, insider access, and negotiation support to help you find the right boat at the right price. Ideal for luxury yacht buyers attending FLIBS from Miami, Tampa, Sarasota, Naples, or out of state. Join us and take the guesswork out of buying a yacht at the show.
A Florida Licensed Yacht Brokerage
The Compass VIP Buyer Experience ™
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