Ryan McVinney

1 month ago | boattrader.com | Ryan McVinney

You’ve seen the clickbait: “7 Boat Selling Hacks That Dealers Don’t Want You To Know!” or “This One Trick Will Sell Your Boat Overnight!” — and let’s be honest, most of those listicles are fluffier than a pontoon party pillow. But not this one. These 25 proven tips come straight from industry pros, seasoned boat traders, sellers, brokers and marketing nerds who actually know how to move boats.

1 month ago | boats.com | Ryan McVinney |C. Ryan McVinney

Whether you're admiring the sleek hull of a center console at the marina or performing your own fiberglass repairs in the driveway, you’re looking at one of the most important—and often underappreciated—elements in boat construction: resin. Resin is the binding agent that holds fiberglass cloth or mat together to form the hard, durable, and waterproof shell that defines modern fiberglass boats.

1 month ago | boats.com | Ryan McVinney |C. Ryan McVinney

As of May 2025, the global boating industry is facing turbulent conditions. Recent trade policies announced by the Trump administration—most notably a new round of tariffs on imported goods—are impacting boat manufacturing, marine supply chains, and pricing structures. For boat buyers, builders, and dealers alike, these tariff crosswinds are bound to force a strategic rethinking of sourcing, pricing, and where to buy boats, if even temporarily.

Mar 18, 2025 | boats.com | Ryan McVinney |C. Ryan McVinney

The Palm Beach International Boat Show is set to celebrate its 43rd annual event from March 19 to 23, 2025, along the scenic Flagler Drive in downtown West Palm Beach, Florida. This prestigious show has grown over the decades to become one of the world's premier yachting events, attracting boating enthusiasts, industry professionals, and luxury lifestyle seekers from around the globe.

Feb 26, 2025 | boattrader.com | Ryan McVinney

Boat Financing Rates Drop to 6.49%—Making Boat Ownership More Affordable in 2025As the boating industry gears up for a strong 2025, one major factor is making waves: boat loan interest rates are becoming more favorable again. With rates as low as 6.49% through Boat Trader Financing and YachtWorld Financing, more buyers are expected to enter the market, making boat ownership more accessible than it has been in recent years.