Dock to Doorstep™

Buy or Sell Waterfront Property — With a Captain by Your Side

The Ultimate Waterfront Advantage

Imagine selling a waterfront home with a licensed captain & real estate expert who offers private boat tours to buyers and ensures your dock and waterfront is presented as a premium selling feature. 

Now, imagine buying a waterfront home and knowing exactly how your boat will fit, how the tides affect your dock, and which properties offer the best boating experience and access to open water.

With Captain Ross, you don’t need separate real estate and boating experts — you get one trusted advisor who handles it all.

Captain Ross delivers exceptional value to both buyers and sellers by combining his 25 years of expertise in local real estate with his deep knowledge of the waterfront lifestyle and personalized boating services. This unique offering creates a seamless, time-saving, and highly advantageous experience, allowing clients to explore properties by boat, gain firsthand insights into waterfront living, and make informed decisions with ease.

By blending his extensive real estate expertise with tailored captain services, Captain Ross elevates the buying and selling journey, offering unmatched convenience and strategic value.

One Expert, One Seamless Experience

Save Time, Money & Effort – Instead of hiring a real estate agent and then hoping they can provide valuable and necessary boating insights and key waterfront selling points, Captain Ross handles everything in one smooth transaction.

Valuable Boating Insider Knowledge & Experience – Captain Ross knows more than just home values, staging, real estate marketing and property selling points — he understands critical docking and access points, local navigation, local boating ordinances, and even how to match the best home for your specific boating needs.

Luxury Waterfront Living, Simplified – Whether you’re a seasoned boater or new to the boating lifestyle or Miami area, Captain Ross ensures your home and boating needs are perfectly matched.

From Dock to Doorstep™ - Whether you're buying or selling, Captain Ross provides a comprehensive suite of complimentary, personalized services designed to enhance your experience. See below for more details.

Exclusive Complimentary Captain Services for Clients

When You Buy or Sell a Waterfront Home with Captain Ross, You Get:

 

  1. Private Day Charter – Captained day charters for leisure, sunset cruises, sightseeing or other special events on your vessel.

  2. Local Island Hopping, Snorkeling or Reef Tours - Acting as your dedicated captain or local guide to explore hot spots in and around Miami, Miami River, Biscayne Bay and the Florida Keys.

  3. Local Waterfront Home Tours by Boat - Guided boat tours of waterfront communities and homes. 

  4. New Boat Due Diligence and Sea Trials - Expert advice and due diligence to select your new or used boat, including attending local Boat Shows and working with dealers or brokers. 

  5. Local Marinas, Haulout and Storage - Provide assistance, recommendations and access to Captain Ross's local network of marina operators to meet your short or long-term needs. 

  6. Maintenance Support – Advice on vessel upkeep, including routine maintenance and inspections, fueling, cleaning, minor repairs and local specialist technicians. 

  7. Fishing & Sportfishing Support – Acting as your dedicated captain or local guide on inshore or offshore fishing trips to target specific species, or just learn and develop your skills. 

  8. Boat Training & Instruction for Beginners or Seasoned Mariners – How to safely operate your vessel, life safety, docking, anchoring, mooring, local and regional navigation, seamanship, maritime law, deck handling and maneuvering etc.  

  9. Vessel Delivery & Relocation Services – Moving your boat from one location to another and boat transfers for new buyers or sellers. 

Showcase the Miami & Boating Lifestyle to the Right Buyers

Selling a waterfront home goes beyond simply listing and marketing the property — it requires an expert who can effectively showcase the unique selling points, boating lifestyle, and location advantages that make your home stand out. With over 25 years of real estate experience and credentials as a licensed boat captain, Captain Ross combines his extensive expertise to present your property with compelling insights and strategic marketing points that resonate with serious buyers.

 

Key Benefits for Sellers:

  • Sell the Lifestyle, Not Just the Property: Ross highlights the true value of your waterfront home by sharing insights about the boating lifestyle, including local fishing spots, dining locations, day boating destinations and how to effectively navigate the local waterways.

  • Target Qualified Buyers: Ross educates prospective buyers on critical details specific to your waterfront location, such as local depths and fixed bridge clearances, no wake zone and potential tidal flow challenges — ensuring your home is shown to serious prospects who understand how the property will meet their boating and lifestyle needs.

  • Save Time & Energy: By providing this essential information upfront, Captain Ross prevents your time and resources from being wasted on buyers whose needs don’t align with your property.

  • Boat Tour Showings for Serious Buyers: Captain Ross offers VIP boat tours to showcase your waterfront property from the water—an exclusive touch that attracts high-end buyers.

 

With Captain Ross’s guidance, sellers can confidently showcase their waterfront home’s unique features, attract the right buyers faster, and achieve the best possible value for their property. His expertise ensures you can sell with confidence, knowing your home is presented with strategic insights and key selling points that resonate with serious buyers.

Find Your Dream Waterfront Home with Expert Guidance

 

Buying a waterfront home is more than just choosing a property — it's about discovering the lifestyle that comes with it. With over 25 years of real estate experience and expertise as a licensed boat captain, Captain Ross offers unmatched value to buyers by combining his deep knowledge of Miami’s waterfront with personalized captain services. His tailored approach ensures buyers make informed decisions and find a property that perfectly aligns with their lifestyle and boating needs.

Key Benefits for Buyers:

Discover the Miami & Boating Lifestyle:  Whether an experienced or new boater, Captain Ross offers extensive complimentary and personalized captain services for clients to experience the true essence of waterfront living — from exploring scenic routes and nearby restaurants to discovering popular boating destinations, fishing hotspots, and hidden gems.

Gain Critical Boating Insights:  Understanding a waterfront property's dock, waterfront and local waters is essential for boat owners. Captain Ross educates buyers on key factors such as water depths, fixed bridge clearances, no wake zones, and tidal flow patterns — ensuring buyers choose a home that suits their boating lifestyle.

Confident Decision-Making:  With Captain Ross’s expert guidance, buyers can explore properties from the water, gaining insights that traditional property tours may overlook. His personalized approach helps buyers envision how each home will fit their lifestyle, giving them the confidence to make the right investment.

Save Time & Find the Right Home Faster:  By understanding your lifestyle needs upfront, Captain Ross streamlines the search process, showing you only properties that align with your boating preferences and waterfront priorities.

 

With Captain Ross’s combined expertise in real estate and boating, buyers gain a distinct advantage in finding the ideal waterfront home. His personalized service ensures you can explore, evaluate, invest and enjoy the Miami lifestyle with confidence.

Disclaimer for Complimentary Captain Services

The complimentary boating services offered by Captain Ross are subject to the following terms and conditions:

 

  • Client Eligibility: Complimentary captain services are exclusively available to clients who have successfully purchased or sold a property through Captain Ross's real estate services.

  • Service Availability & Scope: Complimentary services are provided at Captain Ross's discretion and are subject to his availability. While every effort will be made to accommodate reasonable requests, services are not guaranteed for last-minute bookings, urgent requests, or circumstances that conflict with Captain Ross’s prior commitments or personal schedule.

  • Geographic Limitations: Complimentary services are limited to Southeast Florida waters, including but not limited to the Intracoastal Waterway, Biscayne Bay, the Florida Keys, and surrounding coastal areas. Services extending to international waters or areas requiring extensive travel outside this defined region shall be considered on a case by case basis.

  • Term of Service: Complimentary captain services are intended to be available for a period of one year following the client's property transaction. This timeframe is not indefinite and may conclude at Captain Ross’s discretion after this period.

  • Reasonable Expectations: While Captain Ross is committed to providing exceptional service, complimentary offerings are designed to enhance the client experience and are not intended to replace professional charter services or full-time boating support. Clients are encouraged to schedule services in advance to ensure availability.

By engaging Captain Ross’s services, clients acknowledge and agree to these terms. Captain Ross reserves the right to modify, limit, or withdraw complimentary services at his sole discretion.

 

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