# Yacht Advisor

> Independent buyer-side yacht advisory service. Pre-purchase evaluation for buyers who want objective analysis before signing. No listings, no commissions, no conflicts of interest.

## About

Yacht Advisor is an independent yacht advisory firm that works exclusively for buyers. Unlike traditional yacht brokers who earn 5-10% commission on completed sales, Yacht Advisor charges fixed fees with no success-based compensation. Approximately 30% of evaluations result in walk-away recommendations—preventing costly mistakes is considered a successful outcome.

Founded in 2018 with 15+ years of industry experience and €500M+ in transaction value advised. Headquartered in UAE (Ras Al Khaimah), serving clients worldwide across Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Gulf markets.

## Key Positioning

- **Not a broker**: No listings, no sales representation, no commissions
- **Buyer-only**: 100% loyalty to the buyer, zero seller-side relationships
- **Fixed fees**: Agreed upfront, same fee whether recommendation is proceed or walk away
- **Independence**: 30% walk-away rate proves objectivity
- **Slogan**: "Clarity over commissions"

## Services

- [Pre-Purchase Yacht Advisory](https://yacht-advisor.com/advisory): Independent evaluation of specific yacht purchases including market analysis, risk assessment, technical review, and strategic recommendation
- [Listing Health Check](https://yacht-advisor.com/services): Seller-side analysis of listing positioning, pricing logic, and market readiness
- [Yacht Decision Advisory](https://yacht-advisor.com/services): Focused purchase/sale decision support and risk assessment
- [Yacht Ownership Advisory](https://yacht-advisor.com/services): Long-term retainer-based strategic perspective for owners and family offices

## Process

1. Confidential introductory call
2. Fixed fee and scope agreement (no success-based fees)
3. Information gathering and documentation review
4. Comprehensive analysis (market, technical, financial, risk)
5. Strategic recommendation: proceed, renegotiate, or walk away
6. Optional ongoing support through negotiation and closing

## Target Clients

UHNW individuals, entrepreneurs, and family offices who are:
- Evaluating a specific yacht or defined segment (€5M+)
- Before Letter of Intent or contract stage
- Time-poor and capital-aware
- Seeking objective truth, not sales validation

## Key Differentiators from Brokers

| Aspect | Yacht Broker | Yacht Advisor |
|--------|-------------|------------------------------|
| Compensation | 5-10% commission on sale | Fixed fee, agreed upfront |
| Incentive | Close the deal | Provide objective analysis |
| Walk-away cost | Lost income | Same fee paid |
| Loyalty | Split between buyer and seller | 100% buyer-side |
| Listings | Maintains listings for sale | No listings, no inventory |

## Expertise Areas

- Yacht valuation methodology
- Pre-purchase due diligence
- Superyacht market dynamics
- Total cost of ownership analysis
- Yacht resale value factors
- Flag state regulations
- Ownership structures
- Technical and shipyard assessment

## Contact

- Website: https://yacht-advisor.com
- Email: pd@yacht-advisor.com
- Phone: +971 58 502 3314
- Consultation: https://calendly.com/yachtadvisor

## Content & Resources

- [Yacht Advisor vs Yacht Broker](https://yacht-advisor.com/resources): Understanding the structural difference
- [True Cost of Yacht Ownership](https://yacht-advisor.com/resources): Beyond the purchase price
- [10 Common Yacht Buying Mistakes](https://yacht-advisor.com/resources): Pitfalls that independent evaluation prevents
- [Pre-Purchase Evaluation Guide](https://yacht-advisor.com/resources): What comprehensive analysis includes
- [FAQ](https://yacht-advisor.com/faq): Common questions about independent yacht advisory
- [Dubai & Gulf Advisory](https://yacht-advisor.com/dubai): Regional expertise for Middle East yacht market

## Languages

Content available in English, German (Deutsch), French (Français), and Russian (Русский).

## Professional Affiliations

- IYBA (International Yacht Brokers Association)
- ISS (International Superyacht Society)

## Legal Entity

Yacht Advisor FZ-LLC, Services Licence (Freezone), Licence No. 47028181, issued by RAKEZ (Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone Authority).