{"id":5227,"date":"2026-07-29T07:42:26","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T05:42:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/unkategorisiert\/yacht-investment-investment-deduction-amount\/"},"modified":"2026-10-14T09:39:36","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T07:39:36","slug":"yacht-investment-investment-deduction-amount","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/en\/services\/yacht-investment-investment-deduction-amount\/","title":{"rendered":"Yacht Investment \u2013 Investment Deduction Amount"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_dark et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h1 style=\"text-align: right;\">Yacht Investment & Investment Deduction Amount<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_divider_0 et_pb_divider et_pb_space et_pb_divider_position_top et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_dark et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\" data-et-mv-hidden-phone=\"true\"><h2 style=\"text-align: right;\">IAB (\u00a7 7g EStG): Save Taxes with a Purchase-Charter Yacht<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_dark et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\" data-et-mv-hidden-phone=\"true\"><p>Special Feature in German Tax Law<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et-vb-row--no-module et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_column_empty et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_12_24 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_column_empty et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_12_24 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et-vb-row--no-module et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_column_empty et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_3_5 et_flex_column_3_5_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_column_empty et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_2_5 et_flex_column_2_5_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_3_5 et_flex_column_3_5_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h4><strong>Sailing Passion Meets Tax Optimization:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<h3><strong>How to Use the Investment Tax Credit (Section 7g of the German Income Tax Act) to Finance an Investment in a Sailing Yacht<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>When the wind fills the sails, the bow gently cuts through the waves, and everyday life fades into the distance, sailors experience true freedom. For many entrepreneurs, freelancers, and high-earning employees in Germany, however, the dream of owning a yacht in the Mediterranean is more than just a hobby\u2014it\u2019s an attractive opportunity to invest in a yacht. <\/p>\n<p>What many people don\u2019t know: The <strong>investment deduction (IAB) under Section 7g of the German Income Tax Act (EStG)<\/strong> offers a unique way to combine the thrill of sailing with smart wealth building. German tax law offers an exclusive opportunity here to significantly reduce your tax burden and invest the freed-up capital directly in your own charter yacht (or a catamaran). <\/p>\n<p>As your experienced yacht dealer, <strong>Yachten Meltl<\/strong> will show you how to make your dream of owning a boat a reality in a financially smart and tax-optimized way.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3><strong>Benefits of the IAB when buying a yacht<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>A pure financial product generates no emotions. A boat lying unused in the harbor generates only costs. The <strong>purchase-charter model in combination with the IAB (\u00a7 7g EStG)<\/strong> resolves this dilemma and combines the best of both worlds:  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<ul class=\"et_pb_icon_list_0 et_pb_icon_list et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><\/ul>\n\n<ul class=\"et_pb_icon_list_1 et_pb_icon_list et_pb_module et_flex_module\">\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_0 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\uf058<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\"><b>Tax leverage:<\/b> Up to 50% of the anticipated acquisition costs can be claimed for tax purposes. Please note statutory maximum and profit limits. <\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<ul class=\"et_pb_icon_list_2 et_pb_icon_list et_pb_module et_flex_module\">\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_1 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\uf058<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\"><b>Tax Relief:<\/b> Sailing yachts and catamarans used commercially as part of a charter management program are considered tangible asset investments.<\/div><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_2 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\uf058<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\"><b>Personal Use & Freedom:<\/b> If you wish, you can use the yacht during your vacation\u2014or a comparable model from our partner network\u2014at highly attractive special rates for unforgettable sailing trips with family and friends.<\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_6 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_2_5 et_flex_column_2_5_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_icon_0 et_pb_icon et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_icon_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">p<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><strong>Important Notice & Disclaimer:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Yachten Meltl expressly does not provide tax or legal advice. Tax arrangements such as the investment deduction amount always depend on individual economic circumstances and require legally binding support from your tax advisor or a specialized tax lawyer. The following content is for informational purposes only.  <\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_0_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_0 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/kontakt\/\">Contact Yachten Meltl<\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_0 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Nautitech-48-open-Katamaran-4.jpg\" title=\"nautitech-48-open-catamaran-4\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Nautitech-48-open-Katamaran-4.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Nautitech-48-open-Katamaran-4-980x1470.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Nautitech-48-open-Katamaran-4-480x720.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1280px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-6891\" alt=\"\"><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_3 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_4 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_7 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_16_24 et_flex_column_16_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_6 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3><strong>\u00a7 7g EStG: Tax Efficiency for Sailors in Detail<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Section 7g of the German Income Tax Act (EStG) supports the acquisition of movable business assets. What is special for watersport enthusiasts: A commercially chartered sailing yacht is considered under tax law a fully <strong>IAB-eligible tangible asset investment<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_7 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><table style=\"height: 100%; width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff; color: #0c3d80; font-weight: bold;\">\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #0c3d80; border-bottom: 3px solid #0c3d80; height: 36px; width: 34.1151%;\">Detail<\/td>\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #0c3d80; border-bottom: 3px solid #0c3d80; height: 36px; width: 67.1642%;\">Relevance for Your Yacht Investment<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 18px;\">\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #0c3d80; height: 18px; width: 34.1151%;\">Target Audience<\/td>\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #0c3d80; height: 18px; width: 67.1642%;\">Entrepreneurs, self-employed individuals, doctors, lawyers, and employees with a high tax burden (through the formation of a new GmbH & CoKG)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 18px;\">\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #0c3d80; height: 18px; width: 34.1151%;\"><\/td>\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #0c3d80; height: 18px; width: 67.1642%;\">Applicable to brand-new sailing yachts (e.g., Bavaria Yachts, Dufour Yachts, etc.) as well as well-maintained used yachts from the charter fleet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 18px;\">\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #0c3d80; height: 18px; width: 34.1151%;\">Tax Advantage<\/td>\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #0c3d80; height: 18px; width: 67.1642%;\"><span data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><\/b><\/span><span data-path-to-node=\"14,3,1,0\">Unique incentive structure under German tax law: The option to claim up to 50% of the net acquisition costs (max. \u20ac200,000 IAB) as a tax-deductible expense.<\/span> This applies to the yacht investor\u2019s residence or business location in Germany, not to the yacht\u2019s mooring location or the location where it is chartered. It is important that the yacht be chartered through a professional buy-charter program. The intention to generate a profit must be present.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_8 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_8_24 et_flex_column_8_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_0 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">Z<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Our Service for You<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p>Should your regular tax advisor not yet be familiar with the intricacies of chartering and \u00a7 7g EStG for cruising yachts, we can, upon request, establish contact with <strong>specialized tax firms from our network<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_1 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/YM-Logo-hoch-neu.png\" title=\"ym-logo-high-new\" width=\"1305\" height=\"1150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/YM-Logo-hoch-neu.png 1305w, https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/YM-Logo-hoch-neu-1280x1128.png 1280w, https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/YM-Logo-hoch-neu-980x864.png 980w, https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/YM-Logo-hoch-neu-480x423.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1305px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-6284\" alt=\"\"><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_4 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_5 et_pb_row et_grid_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_9 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_2 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Member-of-Nautic-Alliance7.png\" alt=\"Member of the Nautic Alliance quality network Logo\" title=\"Member of Nautic Alliance\" width=\"581\" height=\"119\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Member-of-Nautic-Alliance7.png 581w, https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Member-of-Nautic-Alliance7-480x98.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 581px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-6892\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_8 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><strong>Strong Partners for Your Security: Yachten Meltl & the Nautic Alliance<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>An investment is only as strong as the partners behind it. As an experienced yacht dealer, <strong>Yachten Meltl<\/strong> has maintained close cooperation with absolute top shipyards such as <strong>Bavaria Yachts<\/strong> and <strong>Dufour Yachts<\/strong> for many years. This way, we guarantee the highest construction quality, value retention, and best conditions for yacht purchases.  <\/p>\n<p>For smooth operations and professional chartering, we rely on a strong network: <strong>The Nautic Alliance consortium<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_1_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_1 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/yachten-meltl\/partner-kooperationen\/nautic-alliance\/\">Learn More About Nautic Alliance<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_10 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<ul class=\"et_pb_icon_list_3 et_pb_icon_list et_pb_module et_flex_module\">\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_3 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\uf058<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\"><b>Industry leaders\n in association:<\/b> Through membership in the Nautic Alliance, we cooperate\n directly with renowned charter companies such as <b>Pitter Yachtcharter<\/b>\n or <b>Sun Charter<\/b>.<o:p><\/o:p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<ul class=\"et_pb_icon_list_4 et_pb_icon_list et_pb_module et_flex_module\">\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_4 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\uf058<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\"><b>Maximum Cruising Ground Diversity:<\/b> The consortium currently charters around <b>600 yachts in 7 countries<\/b> throughout the Mediterranean region.<o:p><\/o:p><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<ul class=\"et_pb_icon_list_5 et_pb_icon_list et_pb_module et_flex_module\">\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_5 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\uf058<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\"><b>Full Service from a Single Source:<\/b> Yachten Meltl provides comprehensive advice on the right model and connects you directly with specialized charter partners within the Nautic Alliance, who seamlessly handle all organization (marketing, booking, customer service, etc.) as well as operational management on-site.<\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_5 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_6 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_7 et_pb_row et_pb_row_nested et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_11 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_9 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><strong>The 3 Pillars of Modern Yacht Investment<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_8 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_12 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_8_24 et_flex_column_8_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_1 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/favicon_anker.png\" alt=\"Anker\" width=\"98\" height=\"94\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/favicon_anker.png 98w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 98px) 100vw, 98px\" class=\"wp-image-740\" title=\"Anker\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">1. A Passion for the Sea Meets Investment:<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p>Sail through the most beautiful waters of the Mediterranean\u2014whether in Croatia, Greece, Turkey, Italy, or Spain. Of course, you\u2019ll have the opportunity to spend your vacation on a perfectly maintained and well-kept charter yacht and enjoy exclusive benefits. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_13 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_8_24 et_flex_column_8_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_2 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/favicon_anker.png\" alt=\"Anker\" width=\"98\" height=\"94\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/favicon_anker.png 98w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 98px) 100vw, 98px\" class=\"wp-image-740\" title=\"Anker\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">2. Substantial Tangible Asset with Resale Value:<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p>You invest in a physical, tangible business asset from leading shipyards. The functioning international secondary market secures the preservation of your capital. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_14 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_8_24 et_flex_column_8_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_3 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/favicon_anker.png\" alt=\"Anker\" width=\"98\" height=\"94\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/favicon_anker.png 98w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 98px) 100vw, 98px\" class=\"wp-image-740\" title=\"Anker\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">3. Professional All-round Management:<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p>Chartering, mooring, professional maintenance, upkeep, and administration are all handled entirely by experienced partners such as Pitter Yachtcharter or Sun Charter. This means your operational workload is virtually zero. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_6 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_9 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_15 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_3_5 et_flex_column_3_5_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_10 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3><strong>For Whom Is This Sailing and Investment Concept Ideal?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The model is aimed at discerning individuals who want to combine emotional values with responsible financial planning:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<ul class=\"et_pb_icon_list_6 et_pb_icon_list et_pb_module et_flex_module\">\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_6 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\uf058<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\"><b>Entrepreneurs & Freelancers:<\/b> Strategically convert high tax burdens into maritime tangible assets.<\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<ul class=\"et_pb_icon_list_7 et_pb_icon_list et_pb_module et_flex_module\">\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_7 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\uf058<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\"><b>High-earning employees:<\/b> Start your own GmbH & CoKG and use the IAB as a lever for your maritime investment.<\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_16 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_2_5 et_flex_column_2_5_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_3 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Bavaria_cruiser37-ex-05.jpg\" alt=\"Sailing Yacht Bavaria Cruiser 37\" title=\"Bavaria_cruiser37-ex-05\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Bavaria_cruiser37-ex-05.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Bavaria_cruiser37-ex-05-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Bavaria_cruiser37-ex-05-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Bavaria_cruiser37-ex-05-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-6893\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_2_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_2 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/yachthandel\/yachtinvest\/\">Learn More About Yachtinvest<\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_3_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_3 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/yachthandel\/yachtinvest\/chartermanagement\/\">What does charter management mean?<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_7 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_10 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_17 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_16_24 et_flex_column_16_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_11 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2 data-path-to-node=\"3\">Example calculation: How to turn taxes into liquid equity<\/h2>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"4\">How does the investment deduction (\u00a7 7g EStG) work in practice? If you purchase a brand-new or as-good-as-new cruising yacht and charter it out for commercial purposes, you can claim up to <b data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"182\">50% of the estimated acquisition costs<\/b> for tax purposes even before the purchase. <\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5\">The following sample calculation illustrates the enormous liquidity advantage of purchasing a charter yacht (e.g., <i data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"119\">a Bavaria C46<\/i> or <i data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"136\">a Dufour 41<\/i>): <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_12 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h4>Case Study:<\/h4>\n<h3>Yacht Investment with \u20ac400,000 Net Acquisition Price<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_13 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\" data-et-mv-hidden-phone=\"true\"><table style=\"height: 82px; width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff; color: #0c3d80; font-weight: bold;\">\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #0c3d80; border-bottom: 3px solid #0c3d80; height: 36px; width: 67.289%;\">Calculation step<\/td>\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #0c3d80; border-bottom: 3px solid #0c3d80; height: 36px; width: 33.9903%;\">Value \/ amount<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 18px;\">\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #0c3d80; height: 18px; width: 67.289%;\"><strong>Net acquisition costs<\/strong> of the new yacht<\/td>\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #0c3d80; height: 18px; width: 33.9903%;\">\u20ac400,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 18px;\">\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #0c3d80; height: 18px; width: 67.289%;\"><strong>Maximum IAB<\/strong> according to \u00a7 7g EStG (50%)<\/td>\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #0c3d80; height: 18px; width: 33.9903%;\">\u20ac200,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 18px;\">\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #0c3d80; height: 10px; width: 67.289%;\"><strong>Possible tax savings \/ refund<\/strong> (at approx. 45% marginal tax rate)<\/td>\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #0c3d80; height: 10px; width: 33.9903%;\">approx. \u20ac90,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #0c3d80; width: 67.289%;\"><strong>Effective capital deployment<\/strong> upon purchase<\/td>\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #0c3d80; width: 33.9903%;\">\u20ac310,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_18 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_8_24 et_flex_column_8_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_4 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/YM-Logo-hoch-neu.png\" title=\"ym-logo-high-new\" width=\"1305\" height=\"1150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/YM-Logo-hoch-neu.png 1305w, https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/YM-Logo-hoch-neu-1280x1128.png 1280w, https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/YM-Logo-hoch-neu-980x864.png 980w, https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/YM-Logo-hoch-neu-480x423.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1305px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-6284\" alt=\"\"><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_4_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_4 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/kontakt\/\">Contact Yachten Meltl<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_11 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_19 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_8_24 et_flex_column_8_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_4 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/favicon_anker.png\" alt=\"Anker\" width=\"98\" height=\"94\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/favicon_anker.png 98w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 98px) 100vw, 98px\" class=\"wp-image-740\" title=\"Anker\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Build equity<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p>The tax authorities participate directly in the initial financing of your vessel.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_20 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_8_24 et_flex_column_8_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_5 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/favicon_anker.png\" alt=\"Anker\" width=\"98\" height=\"94\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/favicon_anker.png 98w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 98px) 100vw, 98px\" class=\"wp-image-740\" title=\"Anker\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Proactive wealth building<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p>A pure tax burden is transformed into a tangible asset investment in a professionally managed charter fleet.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_21 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_8_24 et_flex_column_8_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_6 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/favicon_anker.png\" alt=\"Anker\" width=\"98\" height=\"94\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/favicon_anker.png 98w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 98px) 100vw, 98px\" class=\"wp-image-740\" title=\"Anker\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Flexible use<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p>While the yacht generates revenue through charter operations, you can use the yacht yourself during your vacation at attractive special rates\u2014or through our global partner network.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_8 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_12 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_22 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_3_5 et_flex_column_3_5_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_14 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h4><strong>The consultation process<\/strong><\/h4>\n<h3><strong>In 5 steps to a voyage on your own yacht<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>From the first sailing idea through tax review to the first departure from the harbor: <strong>Yachten Meltl<\/strong> accompanies you personally and transparently with 20 years of experience.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_23 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_2_5 et_flex_column_2_5_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_5 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Bavaria_cruiser37-ex-06.jpg\" alt=\"Sailing Yacht Bavaria Cruiser 37\" title=\"Bavaria_cruiser37-ex-06\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Bavaria_cruiser37-ex-06.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Bavaria_cruiser37-ex-06-980x1470.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Bavaria_cruiser37-ex-06-480x720.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1280px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-6894\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_5_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_5 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/kontakt\/\">Contact Yachten Meltl<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_9 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_13 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_24 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_timeline_0 et_pb_timeline et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_track_wrapper\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_track\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_timeline_item_0 et_pb_timeline_item et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_spacer\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_ornament\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_connector\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_marker\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_card\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_date\">Step 1<\/div><h4 class=\"et_pb_timeline_title\">Free Initial Consultation<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_content\"><p>We discuss your sailing wishes and your economic framework. In a non-binding dialogue, we clarify the basic requirements. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_timeline_item_1 et_pb_timeline_item et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_spacer\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_ornament\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_connector\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_marker\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_card\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_date\">Step 2<\/div><h4 class=\"et_pb_timeline_title\">Business Structuring & Tax Consulting<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_content\"><p>While your tax advisor conducts a tax review and provides detailed advice, we calculate the financial scenarios\u2014tailored to the cruising area, charter model, and your desired yacht or catamaran.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_timeline_item_2 et_pb_timeline_item et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_spacer\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_ornament\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_connector\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_marker\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_card\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_date\">Step 3<\/div><h4 class=\"et_pb_timeline_title\">Choice of Charter Company, Purchase-Charter Model, and Sailing Area<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_content\"><p>We are happy to recommend our Nautic Alliance partners in charter management. With renowned and established charter companies such as Pitter Yachtcharter or Sun Charter, you benefit from quality, service, and the best possible utilization thanks to a high base of repeat customers. Clarify individual wishes, the options of various purchase-charter models, preferred cruising grounds, and contract terms.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_timeline_item_3 et_pb_timeline_item et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_spacer\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_ornament\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_connector\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_marker\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_card\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_date\">Step 4<\/div><h4 class=\"et_pb_timeline_title\">Purchase Process & Specifications<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_content\"><p>You choose your dream yacht or catamaran. We\u2019re happy to assist you with the selection and customization, as well as with models that are particularly popular for charter. As an experienced dealer, we coordinate the purchase and charter management contracts with our strong partners in the Nautic Alliance network.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_timeline_item_4 et_pb_timeline_item et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_spacer\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_ornament\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_connector\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_marker\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_card\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_date\">Step 5<\/div><h4 class=\"et_pb_timeline_title\">Comprehensive Service & Cast Off!<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_content\"><p>The professional local charter bases handle all on-site support, maintenance, and organization. As part of the Nautic Alliance, Pitter Yachtcharter serves as the central booking office for the entire Nautic Alliance fleet. The yacht is always in top-notch condition\u2014this ensures high satisfaction among charter guests and preserves value for you as a yacht investor.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_10 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_14 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_25 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<section class=\"et_pb_fullwidth_header_0 et_pb_fullwidth_header et_pb_bg_layout_dark et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_fullwidth_header_container left\"><div class=\"header-content-container center\"><div class=\"header-content et_flex_module\"><h1 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Turn Your Tax Burden into Wind in Your Sails<\/h1><span class=\"et_pb_fullwidth_header_subhead\">Would you like to find out what your personalized course on investing in a charter yacht looks like?<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_header_content_wrapper\"><p>Why pay taxes on hard-earned profits that go to waste when you can turn them into maritime assets and unforgettable moments at sea? The investment tax credit, combined with the expertise of <strong>Yachten Meltl<\/strong> and the strength of the <strong>Nautic Alliance<\/strong>, makes the dream of owning a sailing yacht more within reach than ever. <\/p>\n<p data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"656\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_header_button_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button et_pb_more_button et_pb_button_one\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/kontakt\/\">Schedule a free initial consultation with our yacht advisor now<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_fullwidth_header_overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_fullwidth_header_scroll\"><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_11 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_15 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_26 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_0 et_pb_code et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><script\n  src=\"https:\/\/meridia-yachtkontor.de\/embed.js\"\n  data-partner=\"pitter\"\n  async><\/script><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_12 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_16 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_27 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_3_5 et_flex_column_3_5_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_15 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h4><\/h4>\n<h3><strong>Transparency and Risk Notices<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>For a solid foundation, clear statements about the framework conditions of a charter investment are also necessary:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<ul class=\"et_pb_icon_list_8 et_pb_icon_list et_pb_module et_flex_module\">\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_8 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">5<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\"><b>Charter income<\/b> Rental income depends on booking numbers, the season, and the cruising area. Fixed returns are not guaranteed. <\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<ul class=\"et_pb_icon_list_9 et_pb_icon_list et_pb_module et_flex_module\">\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_9 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">5<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\"><b>Value retention and maintenance:<\/b> Yachts are subject to natural wear and tear. Professional management ensures value retention, but does not replace market-driven value performance. <\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<ul class=\"et_pb_icon_list_10 et_pb_icon_list et_pb_module et_flex_module\">\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_10 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">5<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\"><b>Tax Considerations:<\/b> Every IAB structure must be coordinated individually with your tax advisor and implemented by the deadline. Be sure to seek comprehensive advice from your tax firm on this matter. <\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_28 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_2_5 et_flex_column_2_5_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_6 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/251012D54_1JML8705hd_Dufour_54-Yacht-Fotos-12.jpg\" title=\"251012D54_1JML8705hd_Dufour_54-Yacht-Fotos (12)\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/251012D54_1JML8705hd_Dufour_54-Yacht-Fotos-12.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/251012D54_1JML8705hd_Dufour_54-Yacht-Fotos-12-1280x720.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/251012D54_1JML8705hd_Dufour_54-Yacht-Fotos-12-980x551.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.yachten-meltl.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/251012D54_1JML8705hd_Dufour_54-Yacht-Fotos-12-480x270.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-6895\" alt=\"\"><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_6_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_6 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/nauticalliance.com\/investitionsabzugsbetrag-charteryacht-7g-estg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Investment Deduction Amount for Charter Yachts<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_13 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_17 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_29 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"dnxte_next_faq_0 dnxte_next_faq et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><h2 class=\"next_faq__title\">Frequently Asked Questions About Yacht Investments & Section 7g of the German Income Tax Act (EStG)<\/h2><div class=\"dnxte-next-faq-list dnxte-faq-layout-accordion\" data-layout=\"accordion\" data-one-at-a-time=\"on\" data-default-open=\"none\" data-numbering=\"off\" data-animation=\"slideDown\" data-animate-close=\"off\" data-header-animation=\"none\" data-icon-animation=\"rotate\">\n<div class=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_0 dnxte_next_faq_item et_pb_module\"><div class=\"next_faq__item\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_0\" data-id=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_0\" data-active-on-load=\"off\" data-category=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__header next_faq__header--icon-right\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_0-body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__question-icon next_faq__question-icon--custom\" aria-hidden=\"true\">7<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"next_faq__question\">Does Yachten Meltl provide legal or tax advice?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_0-body\" role=\"region\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer-wrap next_faq__answer-wrap--img-top\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer\">No, absolutely not. Yachten Meltl is an expert in yachts, purchase and charter models, and commercial processes; however, it does not provide legally binding tax or legal advice. An individual review of tax requirements is always conducted by the client\u2019s tax advisor or by specialized partner tax firms within the Yachten Meltl network.  <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_1 dnxte_next_faq_item et_pb_module\"><div class=\"next_faq__item\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_1\" data-id=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_1\" data-active-on-load=\"off\" data-category=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__header next_faq__header--icon-right\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_1-body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__question-icon next_faq__question-icon--custom\" aria-hidden=\"true\">7<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"next_faq__question\">What is the investment deduction (\u00a7 7g EStG) for a sailing yacht?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_1-body\" role=\"region\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer-wrap next_faq__answer-wrap--img-top\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer\"><p>The <strong>investment deduction (IAB) under Section 7g of the German Income Tax Act (EStG<\/strong> ) is a tax instrument under German income tax law. It allows taxpayers in Germany (business owners, self-employed individuals, and persons with business income) to claim up to <strong>50% of the estimated acquisition costs<\/strong> of a commercially chartered sailing yacht as a tax deduction. <\/p>\n<p>You can find more information on this topic on the Nautic Alliance blog: <a href=\"https:\/\/nauticalliance.com\/investitionsabzugsbetrag-charteryacht-7g-estg\/\" title=\"Yacht Investment Contribution: Explained Simply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\"Yacht Investment Explained Simply<\/a>\"<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_2 dnxte_next_faq_item et_pb_module\"><div class=\"next_faq__item\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_2\" data-id=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_2\" data-active-on-load=\"off\" data-category=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__header next_faq__header--icon-right\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_2-body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__question-icon next_faq__question-icon--custom\" aria-hidden=\"true\">7<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"next_faq__question\">What percentage of a yacht's purchase price can be deducted through the IAB?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_2-body\" role=\"region\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer-wrap next_faq__answer-wrap--img-top\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer\"><p>Through the investment deduction (IAB) under Section 7g of the German Income Tax Act (EStG), you can deduct up to 50% of the net acquisition cost of a charter yacht used for commercial purposes from your taxable income\u2014up to a maximum of \u20ac200,000 per business. This is possible up to three years before the actual purchase. <\/p>\n<p>Calculation example:<\/p>\n<p>For a recreational or series-production yacht with a net purchase price of \u20ac400,000, you\u2019ll fully utilize the statutory maximum amount with an IAB of \u20ac200,000. With a personal top tax rate of, for example, 45% (including the solidarity surcharge), this results in a tax savings of up to \u20ac90,000. <\/p>\n<p>If tax assessments from previous years are retroactively adjusted, the tax office will refund those taxes directly to your account. As a result, the amount of equity you actually need to purchase the yacht in this example is reduced from \u20ac400,000 to \u20ac310,000. <\/p>\n<p>The prerequisite is that your business\u2019s profit in the year prior to the formation of the IAB did not exceed \u20ac200,000 and that the yacht is chartered for commercial purposes. Always consult your tax advisor regarding the exact calculation. <\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_3 dnxte_next_faq_item et_pb_module\"><div class=\"next_faq__item\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_3\" data-id=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_3\" data-active-on-load=\"off\" data-category=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__header next_faq__header--icon-right\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_3-body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__question-icon next_faq__question-icon--custom\" aria-hidden=\"true\">7<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"next_faq__question\">How are the tax savings calculated based on the investment deduction (\u00a7 7g EStG) when purchasing a yacht?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_3-body\" role=\"region\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer-wrap next_faq__answer-wrap--img-top\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer\"><p>Through the investment deduction (IAB) under Section 7g of the German Income Tax Act (EStG), you can claim up to 50% of the net acquisition cost of a charter yacht used for business purposes as a deduction from your taxable income\u2014and you can do so as early as three years before the actual purchase.<\/p>\n<p>For a purchase price of, say, \u20ac400,000 (net), the maximum IAB amounts to \u20ac200,000. Based on an average top tax rate of approximately 45%, this results in a tax savings of about \u20ac90,000. If tax assessments from previous years are retroactively adjusted, the tax office will pay this amount directly to you as cash. This reduces the amount of equity you actually need to purchase the yacht.   <\/p>\n<p>You can obtain specific information on this from your tax advisor.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_4 dnxte_next_faq_item et_pb_module\"><div class=\"next_faq__item\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_4\" data-id=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_4\" data-active-on-load=\"off\" data-category=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__header next_faq__header--icon-right\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_4-body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__question-icon next_faq__question-icon--custom\" aria-hidden=\"true\">7<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"next_faq__question\">Can higher-income employees also use the IAB for a yacht investment?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_4-body\" role=\"region\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer-wrap next_faq__answer-wrap--img-top\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer\"><p>Yes, that is generally possible. High-income employees can establish their own business (GmbH & CoKG) in consultation with their tax advisor. Through this business, the charter yacht is operated commercially, and the IAB is formed in accordance with legal requirements.  <\/p>\n<p>The prerequisite is the intention to generate long-term profits through the charter (intention to make a profit).<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_5 dnxte_next_faq_item et_pb_module\"><div class=\"next_faq__item\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_5\" data-id=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_5\" data-active-on-load=\"off\" data-category=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__header next_faq__header--icon-right\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_5-body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__question-icon next_faq__question-icon--custom\" aria-hidden=\"true\">7<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"next_faq__question\">Why is the sailing yacht considered IAB-eligible under the buy-to-charter model?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_5-body\" role=\"region\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer-wrap next_faq__answer-wrap--img-top\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer\">Under German tax law, commercially used sailing yachts are considered depreciable, movable fixed assets. As soon as the yacht is integrated into a professional charter management program and the intent to generate a profit is demonstrated, it meets all the basic requirements for the applicability of Section 7g of the German Income Tax Act (EStG). <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_6 dnxte_next_faq_item et_pb_module\"><div class=\"next_faq__item\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_6\" data-id=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_6\" data-active-on-load=\"off\" data-category=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__header next_faq__header--icon-right\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_6-body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__question-icon next_faq__question-icon--custom\" aria-hidden=\"true\">7<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"next_faq__question\">Does this tax model apply outside of Germany as well?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_6-body\" role=\"region\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer-wrap next_faq__answer-wrap--img-top\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer\">No. The investment deduction under Section 7g of the German Income Tax Act (EStG) is a provision unique to German tax law. While investors from other countries also benefit from attractive purchase-charter models, they cannot take advantage of the specific investment deduction tax benefit.  <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_7 dnxte_next_faq_item et_pb_module\"><div class=\"next_faq__item\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_7\" data-id=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_7\" data-active-on-load=\"off\" data-category=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__header next_faq__header--icon-right\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_7-body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__question-icon next_faq__question-icon--custom\" aria-hidden=\"true\">7<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"next_faq__question\">What role does Yachten Meltl play in the purchase and operation of the yacht?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_7-body\" role=\"region\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer-wrap next_faq__answer-wrap--img-top\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer\"><p><strong>Yachten Meltl<\/strong> is an experienced yacht dealer with many years of expertise in purchase and charter models. Yachten Meltl advises clients on the selection and specification of new and pre-owned yachts from renowned shipyards such as <strong>Bavaria Yachts<\/strong> and <strong>Dufour Yachts<\/strong>. In addition, Yachten Meltl coordinates the entire purchase process and connects yacht investors with specialized operating companies for charter management.  <\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_8 dnxte_next_faq_item et_pb_module\"><div class=\"next_faq__item\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_8\" data-id=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_8\" data-active-on-load=\"off\" data-category=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__header next_faq__header--icon-right\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_8-body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__question-icon next_faq__question-icon--custom\" aria-hidden=\"true\">7<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"next_faq__question\">Who is responsible for chartering and maintaining the yacht in the Mediterranean?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_8-body\" role=\"region\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer-wrap next_faq__answer-wrap--img-top\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer\"><p>Operational management is handled by the Nautic Alliance network, which includes established partners such as Pitter Yachtcharter and Sun Charter. The network charters approximately 600 yachts at locations in 7 countries throughout the Mediterranean region. They handle moorings, maintenance, upkeep, guest services, and commercial charter operations, so that the yacht investor incurs no operational expenses.  <\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_9 dnxte_next_faq_item et_pb_module\"><div class=\"next_faq__item\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_9\" data-id=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_9\" data-active-on-load=\"off\" data-category=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__header next_faq__header--icon-right\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_9-body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__question-icon next_faq__question-icon--custom\" aria-hidden=\"true\">7<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"next_faq__question\">Can I, as the owner, use the yacht I invested in myself?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_9-body\" role=\"region\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer-wrap next_faq__answer-wrap--img-top\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer\"><p>Generally speaking, yes\u2014you can charter the yacht yourself at special rates. Depending on the charter model, you can also use a comparable model within the Nautic Alliance network in other beautiful sailing destinations in the Mediterranean for private vacation cruises at special rates. <\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_10 dnxte_next_faq_item et_pb_module\"><div class=\"next_faq__item\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_10\" data-id=\"dnxte_next_faq_item_10\" data-active-on-load=\"off\" data-category=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__header next_faq__header--icon-right\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_10-body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__question-icon next_faq__question-icon--custom\" aria-hidden=\"true\">7<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"next_faq__question\">Which yacht models are particularly well-suited for the IAB model?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"next_faq__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body\" id=\"dnxte-faq-dnxte_next_faq_item_10-body\" role=\"region\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__body-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer-wrap next_faq__answer-wrap--img-top\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next_faq__answer\">All newly built and like-new used sailing yachts and catamarans that can be used in a professional charter fleet. Popular models at Yachten Meltl include, for example, sailing yachts from Bavaria Yachts (e.g., Bavaria C42, C46) and Dufour Yachts, as well as catamarans from Nautitech. <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"next_faq__empty\" hidden>No results found.<\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Does Yachten Meltl provide legal or tax advice?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"No, absolutely not. Yachten Meltl is an expert in yachts, purchase and charter models, and commercial processes; however, it does not provide legally binding tax or legal advice. 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