The Trusted Choice
for Yacht Buyers and Sellers
About Ward Yacht Sales
Ward Yacht Sales is a family-owned and operated, full-service yacht brokerage based in Florida, built on a foundation of authenticity, experience, and a true love for life on the water.
Founded by Ben and Amber Ward, our story began long before the business. With decades of hands-on boating and fishing experience aboard both power and sailing yachts, they raised their three daughters aboard a Passport 47 sailboat named "Koinonia," cruising over 10,000 nautical miles along the U.S. East Coast, the Bahamas, the Virgin Islands, and the Eastern Caribbean. This depth of real-world experience shapes every recommendation we make and allows us to serve clients at every level of boating experience. You can learn more about our story at WardFamilyAdventures.com
With brokers located throughout Florida, as well as Annapolis, MD and Chicago, IL with charter partners in BVI, USVI, Bahamas, and the EC, we’re uniquely positioned to serve clients across a wide range of markets—offering both regional insight and personalized service. And our commitment doesn’t stop at the closing table. From helping you find the right captain or training, to connecting you with trusted service providers, we’re here to support you well beyond the sale.
At Ward Yacht Sales, we’re more than just brokers—we’re fellow boaters who live the lifestyle. We make yacht ownership dreams a reality!
What Sets Us Apart
Customer-Centric, Not Sales-Centric
Our approach is consultative and client-first. From your first inquiry to well after your closing, we're here as your trusted advisor, not just your broker.
New & Used Yachts
Whether you're purchasing new or used, acquiring a boat through an LLC, or exploring charter placement to offset costs, we tailor each solution to your goals.
Real Experience, Real Results
Our team of licensed yacht brokers, captains, cruisers, and fishing professionals has thousands of nautical miles under their keels. This firsthand knowledge allows us to guide clients with clarity and confidence.
360° Virtual Tours
We provide immersive 3D virtual tours and dollhouse renderings at no additional cost—so your listing truly stands out.
Responsive, Proactive Communication
We believe you should never have to wonder what’s going on with your listing or purchase. We respond quickly—via call, text, or email—whichever channel you prefer.
Competitive Commissions
We are an independent brokerage. We compete for sellers and buyers and we negotiate transaction terms and commissions, based on the circumstances of each transaction.
Active Marketing That Works
We don’t just list your yacht—we market it. Our strategic approach includes platforms like: Yachtr.com, YachtWorld, Boats.com, RightBoat.com, our website, social media pages, our YouTube channel, etc.
Flexible, A La Carte Services
While we believe in the value of hiring a professional broker for full-service brokerage, we also offer FSBO marketing, escrow, closing, title support, and consulting—customized to fit your needs.
The Ward Yacht Sales Team Lives the Lifestyle
Ward Yacht Sales, LLC is an independent brokerage firm
Ward Yacht Sales independently determines our fees, commissions, and transaction terms based on the circumstances of each engagement. We do not coordinate pricing, commissions, or competitive strategy with other brokerages. Any participation in industry associations is for legitimate professional and industry purposes and does not involve any coordination of competitively sensitive business decisions.