The Post-Election State of USA Yacht Sales and Charter with Jim Query and James Fachtmann

With 2024 coming to a close, easing interest rates, and election uncertainty settled, a unique set of circumstances has come to affect the yacht sales and charter market. If you are interested in buying a yacht, read on to find out why it is a good time to do so. In this interview, Captain James…

JFA at FLIBS 2024

New at JFA – Aviation Sales and Rebranding The JFA team is excited to be launching the new JFA aviation sales division. JFA’s core values of integrity, superior customer service, dedication, and accountability are what have propelled it to success in the yachting industry. With backgrounds in aviation and extensive experience in yachting, the JFA…

JFA at the Monaco Yacht Show 2024; Insights, Trends & Must-See Yachts

We are all set for the Monaco Yacht Show 2024, with the world’s premier yachting event kicking-off today, Wednesday, 25th September, and running for the next three days.    Our CEO and Founder, James Fachtmann, just flew into Nice, France, to attend this year’s MYS.    Here, he shares some of the most exciting elements…

Captain James’ Must-See Yachts at the 2024 Yacht Shows

Some of the world’s biggest and most prestigious 2024 yacht shows are now upon us, and the team at JFA Yacht & Ship are gearing up for another busy yacht show season.    First is the prestigious Cannes Yachting Festival, from 10-15 September, swiftly followed by the Monaco Yacht Show, arguably the world’s most exclusive…

Navigating the High Seas: The Art of Maintaining a Happy and Efficient Crew

During a recent interview with an officer aboard a luxury Super Yacht, as part of a client assignment, I gathered invaluable insight into crew management. This knowledge could prove pivotal in guiding your choice for your next Captain. The Private versus Charter Use Private: Many yacht owners cherish exclusivity, preferring not to share their vessels…

JFA Yacht & Ship

JFA YACHT & SHIP JFA Yacht & Ship brokers provide the highest possible quality service to Yacht owners globally. Our success is dependent on the value we provide you, in our endeavor to help make your yachting dreams reality. For more, go to our website at JFAYacht.com. Watch out story of Selling the Ionian Princess here!

Current Yacht Listings

CURRENT YACHT LISTINGS We have a wide array of yachts and sailing vessels just waiting for you to find your perfect getaway. 2017 Marlow 66E $3,950,000 St. Petersburg, Florida 2004 Marlow 70E $1,450,000 Wickford, Rhode Island 2005 Symbol 68 Pilothouse $925,000 Palm City, Florida 2006 Fountaine Pajot 60 $795,000 Fort Lauderdale, Florida 2024 Aquila 54…

Recently Sold by JFA

RECENTLY SOLD BY JFA We are proud to have taken part in securing and brokering the following yachts for our customers. Christensen 46m Superyacht – “Ionian Princess” 2021 Sunreef 80 Power Cat – “Kokomo” 2018 Sunreef 40 – “Diamond” To search all of our inventory go to: https://jfayacht.com/yachts/

Stories from the Sea: The Beach Ball Pirates

Written by JFA Yacht & Ship Consultant William Hefflin My favorite sailing memory is far from grand sailing yachts or a journey to reach an exotic destination. It’s beautiful in its playfulness, its simplicity, and it still brings a smile to my face today. The first time I took my wife Courtney sailing was just…

How To Provision for A Yachting Trip- Part 3 Of 3, Managing Food And Beverages Once On Board

Article by JFA Yacht & Ship Consultant Mark Outlaw After the menu is planned, lists are made, and the shopping is done, it’s time to stow the provisions and manage how the crew (and Captain) interact with your carefully laid plans (which will take a bit of organization on its own!). First Things First: What…