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Little Yacht Sales is Kemah’s premier yacht broker, specializing in sailboats and power boats for sale on Galveston Bay. With over 150 years of combined experience, our professional brokers help buyers and sellers across the Gulf Coast find the right vessel — from Jeanneau and Beneteau sailboats to Wellcraft center consoles and Catalina blue-water cruisers.
There is nothing like being on the water to cleanse your soul, free your mind and rejuvenate your spirit. Whether your interest runs to Power or Sail, come see us at Little Yacht Sales and let us help get you out there. We specialize in finding the perfect “Adventure-on-the-Water” vehicle anywhere in the world. The team of Professional Yacht Brokers at LYS reflect over a 150 years of combined experience and we are uniquely qualified to put you at the helm. Call us today at 844-LYS-BOAT. Or Email: info@LittleYachtSales.com.
How to Make an Offer on a Yacht Little Yacht Sales — Kemah, League City & Key West Home » Blog » How to Make an Offer on a Yacht How do you make an offer on a yacht? To make an offer on a yacht, you put it in writing as a purchase and sale agreement. A deposit of around 10% backs it, held in escrow. You make the offer subject to a satisfactory…
Best Boats for Galveston Bay & Gulf Coast Cruising Little Yacht Sales — Kemah, League City & Key West Home » Blog » Best Boats for Galveston Bay What are the best boats for Galveston Bay? The best boats for Galveston Bay are shallower-draft, well-built cruisers that shrug off a short chop and open up the bay’s skinny water. The right pick depends on how you’ll use it. Relaxed day-sailing, long runs down the Intracoastal,…
Liveaboard Life in Kemah & Clear Lake: What It’s Really Like Little Yacht Sales — Kemah, League City & Key West Home » Blog » Liveaboard Life in Kemah & Clear Lake What is liveaboard life really like? Liveaboard life in Kemah trades a yard and a mortgage for a slip, a sunset, and a front-row seat on Galveston Bay. It means less square footage, a leaner budget, and a close-knit dock community. For a…
First-Time Boat Buyer Checklist Little Yacht Sales — Kemah, League City & Key West Home » Blog » First-Time Boat Buyer Checklist Your first-time boat buyer checklist This first-time boat buyer checklist keeps the process simple: define how you’ll use the boat, set a real budget, and get pre-approved. Then pick a size you can actually handle and insist on a survey and sea trial. Use escrow and a written agreement to protect your deposit…
Your Season on the Water: Upcoming Boating Events in Clear Lake & Galveston Bay If you’re looking for Galveston Bay boating events, the Clear Lake area has a terrific season ahead. From our Sailboat Showcase on August 15 to fall regattas, cruising weekends, dock parties, and holiday traditions, there’s always something happening around Kemah, Seabrook, Houston, and Galveston Bay. And the best part? You don’t need to be a serious racer to join in. You…
How a Boat Sea Trial Works Little Yacht Sales — Kemah, League City & Key West Home » Blog » How a Boat Sea Trial Works What happens during a boat sea trial? A boat sea trial is a test run on the water, under power and sail, where you and your surveyor check the engine, handling, electronics, and systems before closing. It usually happens the same day as the haul-out and survey. It is…
Rediscover Sailing: Join Us for the Little Yacht Sales Sailboat Showcase There is something genuinely magical about cutting through the water with nothing but the wind in your sails. If you have been feeling that familiar tug toward the coastline (or perhaps dreaming of casting off for something bigger), we have an incredible Saturday planned just for you. Following our massively popular Trawler and Motoryacht showcase, we are turning our attention back to the wind.…
The Real Cost of Owning a Yacht Little Yacht Sales — Kemah, League City & Key West Home » Blog » The Real Cost of Owning a Yacht How much does it cost to own a yacht? The real cost of owning a yacht goes well beyond the purchase price. Each year, budget for a slip, insurance, haul-out and bottom paint, engine service, registration, and a maintenance reserve. A widely used rule of thumb puts…
Why Everyone is Looking at Boats in Kemah Right Now If you have spent any time around the docks in Clear Lake recently, you already know what’s going on. Everywhere you look, people are talking about the boating market in Texas right now. So, why is everyone suddenly shopping for boats for sale in Kemah Texas? Why Clear Lake Draws Serious Buyers The short answer is that the Clear Lake / Kemah area hits a…
Sailboat vs Powerboat: How to Choose Should I buy a sailboat or a powerboat? Choose based on how you will actually use the boat. Sail rewards hands-on cruising, quiet passages, and lower running costs. Power gives you speed, deck space, and simpler operation. Neither one wins outright. Both carry real trade-offs in fuel, upkeep, and resale, so your weekend habits should decide it. That is the short answer. Below we break down cost, learning…
The Texas Boater’s Guide to Dolphin Spotting, Bird Watching, and Sea Life There is something special about waking up on the boat, coffee in hand, and watching the mist roll off the water in Galveston Bay. Most people think of our local waters as a hub for shipping or a place to catch some trout, but those of us who spend our lives on the deck know better. Galveston Bay is a living, breathing ecosystem…
How to Sell Your Boat: Private Sale vs. Using a Broker Home » Blog » How to Sell Your Boat: Private Sale vs. Using a Broker You have two ways to sell your boat: handle it privately, or list with a broker. A private sale saves you the commission but puts every task on you. A broker prices the boat, markets it, screens buyers, and manages escrow, survey logistics, and title transfer for a commission.…
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