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Investor Perspective on Marina Value

When investors consider acquiring a marina property, they look beyond the waterside views. In developing their offer, they will evaluate other key factors like location, size, condition, profitability, business mix, and staffing needs. It’s important to understand the investor’s perspective as you prepare for a sale in order to maximize your profits in the sale. Let’s look into some critical elements to consider as you determine the value of your marina and prepare for a sale.

Marina Management Software: What Buyers Look For

The question comes up in nearly every transaction. Somewhere between the initial tour and the offer, a buyer asks to see the...

What to Look for in Boat Rental Management Software

It starts small. A notebook by the register, a shared calendar on the wall, maybe a few text messages between dock hands...

Choosing Piles for Your Dock Renovation

Most dock renovation projects do not begin because an owner wants to upgrade. They start because something has finally worn out, failed...

Trends in the Marina Acquisition Industry

If you have owned a marina for a long time, you may have noticed a shift. More phone calls. More emails. Sometimes...

Why Marina Dock Construction Is Key to Marina Valuation

Walk any marina and the docks tell you everything. Warped boards, wobbling pedestals, rust streaking down pilings—these aren't just maintenance headaches. They're...

1031 Exchange for Marina Sale: How to Defer Taxes and Preserve Value

You've spent decades building a marina into something valuable. Now the tax bill at closing threatens to take 40% of what you've...

What Marina Owners Need to Know About Taxes When Selling

Selling a marina is both a major milestone and a complex financial event. After years — or decades — of ownership, the...

Why Boat Slip Rental Agreements Are the Foundation of a Marina Business Model

Every marina’s financial health ultimately depends on one thing — its boat slip rental agreements. While fuel sales, service work, and retail...