ARTICLE · 16 FEBRUARY 2021

How To Buy A Yacht In Italy

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If you wish to purchase a Yacht in Italy, there are many factors that need consideration expecially if you have no the opportunity to come and visit the yacht in person or if you are not familiar...

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If you wish to purchase a Yacht in Italy, there are many factors that need consideration expecially if you have no the opportunity to come and visit the yacht in person or if you are not familiar with Italian rules and language.

Main steps to follow:

Initial inspection and negotiation.

Our team will assist you in undertaking your formal offer by drafting a Letter of Intent (LOI).

Memorandum of Agreement (MOA).

For a large number of yacht transaction, parties very often use the Mediterranean Yacht Broker Association (MYBA) Sales and Purchase Agreement MOA form. However there are similar forms which you can use, just make sure that all clauses are included and amended as agreed by the Parties.

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