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Yacht and Ship Broker Licensing

Cal Boating licenses and regulates yacht brokers and salespersons in California. Those selling used vessels 16’ or longer and less than 300 gross tons, for others, are required to be licensed. Cal Boating enforces the Harbors & Navigation Code to regulate the activities of licensees to ensure compliance and provide consumer protection.

For information regarding the licensing of yacht brokers and salespersons, contact:

Brokers: Fahim Buksh - (916) 263-8197
Salespersons: Marinda Isley - (916) 263-8196

For information regarding regulation and enforcement, to report unlicensed activity or to file a complaint concerning a licensed broker or salesperson, contact:

Gina Ebling, Investigator - (916) 263-8195
Silvia Holmquist, Investigator - (916) 263-8182

Yacht and Ship Brokers Act