Use IRS Section 179 and Bonus Depreciation to write off up to $1.25M on a yacht placed into charter in 2025.
Use IRS Section 179 and Bonus Depreciation to write off up to $1.25M on a yacht placed into charter in 2025.
Under current U.S. tax laws for 2025, high-net-worth individuals can significantly reduce the cost of a yacht purchase by taking advantage of generous depreciation incentives, provided the yacht is placed into active business use.
Whether your goal is to expand your investment strategy or enhance your lifestyle with global sailing opportunities, these tax benefits are designed to support your decision. Important Deadline: To claim depreciation for a given year, the yacht must be purchased and documented by December 31st of that same year, with the proven intent to place it into business use, such as charter service. This means the deadline to take advantage of the 2025 tax benefits is December 31, 2025.
Under IRS Section 179, individuals who acquire yachts for qualified business use, like charter programs, may deduct up to $1,250,000 of the purchase cost in 2025.
If your vessel costs more, you can stack bonus depreciation to write off up to 40% of the remaining value, offering a one-two punch of powerful tax benefits.
Example:
✅ Purchase a $2M catamaran →
✅ Deduct $1.25M under Section 179
✅ Deduct 40% of the remaining $750K ($300K) with bonus depreciation
Total year-one write-off: $1.55M
These tax benefits are available to U.S. taxpayers who:
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Tax Advantages: Deduct substantial portions of your investment
Charter Revenue: Earn monthly income through a professionally managed charter program
Owner Use: Enjoy exclusive sailing time at premier global destinations
Portfolio Diversification: Invest in a tangible asset with lifestyle perks
This isn’t just about owning a yacht—it’s about smart asset management with built-in tax efficiency.
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Tax regulations evolve. Benefits expire. Your yacht must be purchased and documented by December 31, 2025, to take advantage of substantial tax benefits.
Bonus depreciation drops to merely 20% in 2026 – waiting could mean forfeiting hundreds of thousands in valuable deductions.
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