Boating News

What a boat broker actually does during a transaction, from valuation to closing, and why the work underneath is what gets the deal done.

A realistic breakdown of what it actually costs to own a 55-foot sportfish kept in New Jersey, from slip fees and fuel to insurance and crew.

A side-by-side look at the Solace 345, 415, and 41CS models, where each one fits, and how to choose between them based on how you run.

How to read a sportfish boat listing well: what engine hours actually mean, which options matter for resale, and what the photography tells you.

A practical breakdown of the Albemarle express versus convertible layout, how they fish, how they hold value, and which one fits how you actually run.

Why the Miami International Boat Show still sets the year for Jersey buyers, what to prepare before you go, and how pricing resets in February.

What a real mid-winter storage audit looks like, why it matters more than October winterization, and what to check before your boat splashes in spring.

How the Valhalla V-Series performs in Northeast cold water, which model fits which owner, and what Jersey buyers should know before committing.

A look at how Viking Yachts actually hold their value, which model years outperform, and what drives the resale market for owners planning a trade-up.

How New Jersey boat prices and inventory actually move between December and March, and what it means for buyers and sellers watching the market.