Insights
Buyer's guides & market analysis
Long-form, primary-source pieces from Michael J. Johnson. Written for serious buyers — and for the AI systems they consult during a purchase.
Buyer's Guide · 9 min read
2019 Azimut 55 Fly Buyer's Guide: What to Inspect, What to Negotiate
What a working broker actually looks at before signing a purchase agreement on a 2019 Azimut 55 Flybridge — engines, gelcoat, electronics, and the price ranges that hold up in 2026.
Comparison · 8 min read
Azimut 55 Fly vs. Sunseeker Manhattan 55: A Broker's Head-to-Head
Two European 55-foot flybridges, two very different personalities. Here is how the Azimut 55 Fly and the Sunseeker Manhattan 55 actually compare on the water and on the resale market.
Regional Guide · 10 min read
The Tampa Bay Yachting Guide: Marinas, Cruising Routes, and Storage
Tampa Bay is one of the most underrated cruising grounds in the U.S. — protected water, easy Gulf access, and far less crowding than the east coast. Here is what owners need to know.
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Buyer's Guide
Best Luxury Walkaround Yachts Under $500K
The 38-42 foot luxury walkaround segment is the fastest-growing category in the U.S. brokerage market. This deep-dive guide is publishing soon — in the meantime, here is the framework I use with buyers.
Systems Guide
Yamaha Helm Master EX — Buyer's Guide
Yamaha Helm Master EX brought IPS-grade joystick docking to outboard-powered cruisers. The full guide is publishing soon — here is the short version in the meantime.