Why Buy Your Yacht From Us – LYS

Why Choose Us for Your Yacht Purchase and Representation?

Experience

The brokers at LYS are unique in that yacht sales are not a retirement hobby for them; it’s their chosen profession. This dedication reflects in the caliber of service and expertise you’ll find at LYS.
Together, our brokers boast over 150 years of experience in yacht sales, adeptly matching buyers with sellers. Beyond sales, we have over a century of combined experience in equipping both new and brokerage yachts for global voyaging. Our clientele, including the brokers themselves, are seasoned sailors and boaters, with many having navigated across the U.S., the Caribbean, and even around the world.

Kent Little, the founder of LYS, has held a Florida Yacht Broker license since 1993, possibly the oldest in Texas, authorizing boat sales in Florida. Our brokers have represented client interests across the United States, the Caribbean, and Europe, offering profound insights into purchasing boats from afar, securing the best deals, navigating post-survey challenges, and coordinating the transport of vessels back home when necessary.

Before establishing LYS with Liz Little, Kent was the leading salesperson at his previous brokerage since 1991. Their vision attracted professional yacht brokers who share a commitment to excellence in sales and post-sale service, making LYS a collective of top performers in the industry.

Knowledge

With more than 150 years of collective experience in boat sales, our team at LYS has encountered virtually every brand you can think of. Our career Yacht Brokers possess an extensive tenure in the industry, affording us a broad and deep understanding of both power and sailboats, regardless of their origin—be it the US, the Far East, or Europe. If there’s a specific boat you’re interested in, it’s likely we’ve either sold one or spent time aboard one. This unparalleled breadth of knowledge covers almost every sailboat constructed since the mid-1970s.

Integrity

In a world where promises often outweigh delivery, our approach is distinct. By engaging with a select group of clients on a one-on-one basis, we dedicate the necessary time to understand your desires and requirements thoroughly. Our objective isn’t merely to sell you a boat;

“We’re committed to discovering the perfect boat for you, taking every extra step needed to realize that goal!”

We’re proud to share numerous endorsements from our satisfied clients. We encourage you to visit the “Testimonials” link to read their firsthand experiences.

Passion

Our passion is boating! As avid boaters and cruisers ourselves, our love for the water led us to this profession. The Professional Brokers at LYS come from boating families and are proud boat owners. Whether it’s setting sail or cruising in a powerboat, boating is what unites our families.

We’re eager to share with you the incredible impact this lifestyle can have on your life!

Boat Manufacturers and Locations We’ve Visited

In Europe:

Beneteau: France (4 factories in Les Sables D’Olonne and additional operations)

Lagoon Catamarans: Recognized globally for superior performance, quality, and comfort

Fountaine Pajot: La Rochelle, France

Moody Yachts: Plymouth, England

In the United States:

Pacific Seacraft: Originally Fullerton, CA, now in Washington, NC

Albin Marine: Bristol, RI

Island Packet: Largo, FL

Catalina Yachts: Woodland Hills, CA

Catalina/Morgan Yachts: Largo, FL

Beneteau: Marion, SC

Previous New Boat Representations:

Beneteau Sail

Pacific Seacraft

Fastlane Marine: Australia

Cheoy Lee Shipyards: Hong Kong

Island Packet

Tartan

Sabre

Ericson

J/Boats

Fountaine Pajot

Moody

Albin Yachts