Michael Johnson
Licensed FL yacht broker · Yacht Experts LLC
Michael J. Johnson is a licensed Florida yacht broker and the founder of Premium Yacht Marketplace.
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Do Not Walk the Show Alone.
The seller has a broker, and you should too.
Gain a trusted advisor when buying at the show.
Gain a licensed yacht advisor at your side at the upcoming boat show. Find the right boat for the life you want on the water. Get VIP guided tours, and let us help you compare your options and negotiate with confidence.
What you receive
Six Things Included in Your VIP Experience.
Personalized shortlist
Pre-show research and a market comparison built around your budget and use.
Private four-hour experience
A licensed advisor guides you through scheduled yacht tours, one on one.
Admission, parking, lunch
FLIBS admission for two, show parking and a hosted lunch are included.
Pricing and negotiation guidance
Comparable data, offer strategy and terms reviewed before you commit.
90 days of support
Continued sourcing and buyer advisory after the show ends.
VIP Purchase Benefits
Qualifying VIP purchases may include survey credit assistance, safety package benefits, and complimentary Captain training.
VIP show experiences and buyer benefits are available. Ask your advisor what fits your plans.
Why a buyer advisor
The seller has representation. You should too.
Every boat at FLIBS has someone beside it whose job is to sell that boat. Your advisor works the other side of the table: your intended use, the right fit, price against real comparable data, terms — and full-market alternatives, not just what is on display.
This is pre-purchase diligence and comparison — not a guarantee of condition, which a formal survey and mechanical inspection still confirm.
How it works
Four steps.
- 01
Request a consultation
One-minute inquiry. No payment today.
- 02
Advisor call
A licensed advisor calls, qualifies your search and confirms your day and session.
- 03
Review your VIP options
Your advisor explains available services, terms, and any fees before you choose.
- 04
Research, show day, follow-through
Shortlist and itinerary, your four-hour experience, then 90 days of support.
The VIP advantage
More than a tour. An advisor on your side.
We’ll plan your show, coordinate yacht tours, and help you compare and negotiate. Ask about tailored VIP experiences and eligible purchase benefits, including possible survey or captain-training credits.
Book Your VIP ExperienceOptions, fees, and benefits vary by advisor and will be explained before you commit.
Who you may work with
Meet your FLIBS buyer advisors.
Your consultation starts with a licensed yacht broker who can help define the search, compare the market and prepare for the show. Your assigned advisor is confirmed after the consultation and agreement.
CJ (Charles) Lavender
Licensed FL yacht broker · Yacht Experts
As a dedicated yacht broker, I'm committed to helping buyers and sellers navigate every step of the yacht ownership journey.
View CJ’s profileWhat clients say
★★★★★
“Michael and team just sold our boat after a short four month listing. Cannot say enough about the detail and professionalism of the listing itself which garnered outstanding volume of showings.”
Doug LeGrow · Review of Michael Johnson · via Google
★★★★★
“He was a huge asset in helping us focus in on the boat that was appropriate for us as well as helping us avoid some costly surprises that had he not pointed them out.”
Karl K. · Review of Michael Johnson · via Google
★★★★★
“Michael was the selling broker for the boat I purchased, I didn't have a broker. I rarely leave reviews but would be remiss if I didn't take a moment to give 5 stars here. Outstanding communication, explaining next steps…”
Tim Jackson · Review of Michael Johnson · via Google
Participating licensed brokers provide brokerage services through their own brokerage. Premium Yacht Marketplace is the marketplace and marketing platform for this experience; it is not the brokerage in your transaction.
Request My VIP Consultation →Availability
Thursday through Sunday morning.
VIP sessions run Thursday, Friday and Saturday, morning or afternoon, plus Sunday morning. Tell us the block you would like and the advisor you would prefer — both are requests, confirmed with your advisor on the consultation call.
Questions and standards
Before you inquire.
- No. Request a consultation first. Your advisor will explain available experiences, costs, and qualifying buyer benefits before you decide.
- That is a normal outcome and it is planned for. Your advisor keeps sourcing for 90 days after the show across brokerage, dealer, trade and off-market channels.
- Yes. The show is one slice of the market. Your advisor can bring you comparable vessels of any brand, size, year and price range, wherever they are located.
- A participating licensed yacht broker or advisor represents you under their own brokerage and license. Premium Yacht Marketplace is the marketplace and buyer-acquisition platform that organizes the experience and connects you with that professional — it is not the brokerage in your transaction. Official show hours, venues and tickets are published at flibs.com.
Official show hours, venues and tickets: flibs.com