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Ideal Boat Types for Offshore Fishing
The Pop team sees many searches for offshore fishing boats. Coastal markets like Florida are... read more
Tips for Preparing Your Boat for Sale
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Why Sea Ray Boats are in High Demand at Pop
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Advantages of Buying a Pontoon Boat
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Boatbuilding: The Evolution from Wood to Fiberglass
as long as man has stared out over the water, he... read more
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POP Yachts Makes Inc. 5000 List Of Fastest Growing Companies
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Should You Document Or State Register Your Boat?
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Punny Business: Popular Boat Names
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Boat And Trailer Title and Registration Laws
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The Great Loop. Are You a Looper?
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A Lot Has Changed for Chris-Craft, Except Its Focus on Quality Boats
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Walkaround vs. Center Console vs. Pilothouse
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Innovation Is What Leads Buyers to Sea Ray Boats
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Used Sea Ray boat for sale? Buyers come to us
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Bayliner Boats Deliver Function at a Fair Price
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The Undeniable Sex Appeal of the Wellcraft Scarab
As the devil-may-care, oh-so charming Miami Vice player, er, character Sonny Crockett famously... read more
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Tips for Fun Family Boating Activities
The Pop team has deep boating industry experience, especially when it comes to planning exciting... read more
Boat Maintenance Tips
The Pop sales team has deep boating industry experience and loves to share this knowledge. "As... read more
The Great Loop Journey
Experienced Pop boating customers often have goals for unique and spectacular journeys. According... read more
Getting Read for Boating Season
The Pop team has deep boating industry experience, and they want to help customers get the most... read more
Ideal Boat Types for Offshore Fishing
The Pop team sees many searches for offshore fishing boats. Coastal markets like Florida are... read more
Even Out of Production, Maxum Is Still in Demand
Looking back, the world sure had its fair share of casualties during the economic downturn that hit... read more
Tips for Preparing Your Boat for Sale
Boaters across North America are discovering the many advantages of selling their boat through... read more
Why Sea Ray Boats are in High Demand at Pop
The data analysts at Pop Yachts continually monitor which boat brands are searched most often, and... read more
Advantages of Buying a Pontoon Boat
Pontoon Boats Deliver Many AdvantagesFor nearly 15 years, Pop has helped thousands of boating... read more
Cruisers Yachts: Pairing Technological Advances with Handcrafted Details
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Tips for Fun Family Boating Activities
The Pop team has deep boating industry experience, especially when it comes to planning exciting... read more
Boat Maintenance Tips
The Pop sales team has deep boating industry experience and loves to share this knowledge. "As... read more
The Great Loop Journey
Experienced Pop boating customers often have goals for unique and spectacular journeys. According... read more
Getting Read for Boating Season
The Pop team has deep boating industry experience, and they want to help customers get the most... read more
Ideal Boat Types for Offshore Fishing
The Pop team sees many searches for offshore fishing boats. Coastal markets like Florida are... read more
Even Out of Production, Maxum Is Still in Demand
Looking back, the world sure had its fair share of casualties during the economic downturn that hit... read more
Tips for Preparing Your Boat for Sale
Boaters across North America are discovering the many advantages of selling their boat through... read more
Why Sea Ray Boats are in High Demand at Pop
The data analysts at Pop Yachts continually monitor which boat brands are searched most often, and... read more
Advantages of Buying a Pontoon Boat
Pontoon Boats Deliver Many AdvantagesFor nearly 15 years, Pop has helped thousands of boating... read more
Cruisers Yachts: Pairing Technological Advances with Handcrafted Details
It shouldn't be lost on... read more
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The Top 10 Superstitions About Boating
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Boston Whaler Was Always Ahead of Its Time
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What Is Your Boat's Passenger Capacity?
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Winning in Races Propelled Bertram to Win in Production, Too
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Do You Need To Shrink Wrap Your Boat?
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The Boat Name Game
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Boatbuilding: The Evolution from Wood to Fiberglass
as long as man has stared out over the water, he... read more
The 2 Key Ways Four Winns Changed Boat Building
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How Sea-Doo Launched the Personal Watercraft Industry
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Chaparral Cruises Into the Sport-Yacht Category
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POP Yachts Funds Clean-up of 500 Pounds of Ocean Garbage
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POP Yachts Makes Donation Commitment to Make-A-Wish®
POP Yachts has committed to donating $10,000 this... read more
Meet the Staff: Q&A: Bernie Peacock
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Mike Hatcher Senior Broker Territory: Eastern Florida Resides: Edgewater, FL Years with... read more
What Your Compass Rose Is Really Saying!
If you could have only one navigation aide on your boat, it should be a compass. A compass is a... read more
Your Day Of Boating May Be Longer Than You Think!
A great day of being on the water can include cruising your favorite areas, fishing, skiing, or... read more
Recommended Offshore Safety Equipment
Your boating excursions may sometime take you offshore for an extended period of time - possibly a... read more
Does Your Boat Meet The Minimum Federal Safety Equipment Requirements?
Does your boat meet the minimum federal safety... read more
Sojourner's Permit, Do You Need One?
Like many states, Florida limits the time you can stay here without registering your boat. Even if... read more
Propeller 101: Which One Is Best For Your Boat?
How can you determine what size and type of propeller is best for your boat? There are a number of... read more
POP Yachts Plays Santa
Take a moment to remember what this holiday season is all about. Time off of work? No! It's... read more
Winterization
In the U.S., no matter where you live, you are either currently experiencing winter or are on the... read more
Boat And Trailer Title and Registration Laws
You've just purchased your new boat and/or trailer. The question now is: how can you verify that... read more
Galvanic Corrosion And Its Impact On Your Boat
What is Galvanic corrosion? Galvanic corrosion, sometimes erroneously referred to as electrolysis,... read more
Ready To Join The Boating Lifestyle?
You think you want to buy a boat, but you're not sure what type of boat will fit your needs? Do... read more
Understanding Aids To Navigation
Headed out for a day on the water? If your boating area is along the U.S. coastline or the Inland... read more
What Are HINs and VINs?
Are you looking for recreational toys? Perhaps, you want a tow-able boat on a trailer, or a larger... read more
Spanish Fly Sails On
Born in Havana, Cuba in 1958, Jose Wejebe grew up during a tumultuous time; Fidel Castro had just... read more
How To Maximize The Sale Of Your Boat
Have you been thinking about selling your boat? Here are some tips to help you sell your boat and... read more
Taking The Shortcut Across Central Florida
Thinking about visiting the opposite coast of Florida by boat? If you are short on time or just... read more
Meet the Staff: Q&A: Sean Portle
Sean Portle Web Developer/IT Team Resides: Chandler, AZ Started with POP Yachts:... read more
Planning A Trip To The Bahamas?
Planning on making a run to the Bahamas soon? Here are some tips and important information for... read more
Preparing Your Boat During Hurricane Season
Are you prepared for hurricane season? Preparing for hurricane season means different things... read more
What You Need To Know Before Towing Your Boat
If you own a smaller boat, you almost always find yourself towing it somewhere for something. The... read more
POP Yachts Makes Inc. 5000 List Of Fastest Growing Companies
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Financing Your Pre-Owned Boat Purchase
Are you looking to get into boating? Or are you a seasoned boater looking to purchase your next... read more
Should You Document Or State Register Your Boat?
Are you undecided about whether to Document your boat with the U.S. Coast Guard? Should you... read more
Which Bottom Paint Works Best For Your Boat?
One of the greatest mysteries for new boat owners preparing to store their boat in the water is... read more
What To Look For When Inspecting A Pre-Owned Boat
If you're not planning to hire a marine surveyor, consider this a quick checklist for how to... read more
Are Two-Stroke Engines Better Than Four-Stroke Engines?
Since Honda first introduced the Four-Stroke... read more
What To Have On Board In Case Of Engine Emergency!
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Steps for Hiring a Boat Surveyor
Found that perfect boat? At least you hope so? Well before you sign on the dotted line assuming... read more
When is the best (and worst) time to list your boat for sale?
The data is in and the numbers have been... read more
Meet the Staff: Q&A: Jenny Whitenack
Jenny Whitenack Customer Service and Quality Control Specialist Resides: Watertown,... read more
Get Bent: A Brand on a Greater Mission
You might argue that finding more time to get out on the water with rod in hand is a pretty good... read more
Meet the Staff: Q&A: Diana Kral-Blanchette
Diana Kral-Blanche Senior Closing Coordinator Resides: Sarasota, Fla. Started with POP... read more
Pro-Line: A Favorite Among Fishermen
Pro-Line boats have a long history of performing for great fishermen. In its earliest years,... read more
Baja Lives Up to All Its Name Implies
Funny thing about the English language - there are certain words that conjure up specific images.... read more
Larson: Fearless Company, Fast Boats
Like many other boat manufacturing companies, Larson Boats history sounds like something out of a... read more
Mako Boats - Defining the Fishing Experience
Sure, there are cruisers ... and runabouts ... and go-fast boats out there. But if your time on... read more
International Market Stays Busy for POP Yachts
Even with a fluctuating market and a cooler season upon us, a look at the completed and pending... read more
Meet the Staff: Q&A: Gary Lochte
Gary Lochte Regional Sales Executive Resides: Castroville, TX Started with POP Yachts: May... read more
Meet the Staff: Q&A: Brian Elsner
Brian Elsner Licensed Listing Associate Resides: Saint Joseph, Mich. Started with POP... read more
Through Challenges, Regal Boats has Persevered and Thrived
From its first decade and throughout the 40 years... read more
The Undeniable Sex Appeal of the Wellcraft Scarab
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Rinker Boats Hold Up a 70-year Legacy of Quality Vessels
America has a long history of boat builders who... read more
Monthly Update: The Rest of the Industry Can't Keep Up with POP Yachts
The brokerage industry may be giving itself a... read more
Century Boats in the Midst of a Comeback
We can think of no greater shame than Century Boats not making it to a century in business, with... read more
Formula Boats: Three Generations of Quality Boatbuilding
The early years for the Formula boating company... read more
Meet the Staff: Q&A: Bob Racz
Bob Racz Regional Sales Executive Resides: Jersey Shore, NJ Started with POP Yachts: March... read more
POP Yachts Outperforms the Industry Yet Again
If you're a regular reader of this blog, you've probably seen a trend throughout 2014 in which the... read more
Award-Winning Design Sets Everglades Boats Apart
If you've followed the boating industry at all, one of the first things you notice is that there... read more
Meet the Staff: Q&A: Michael Atwood
Michael Atwood Regional Sales Executive Resides: Buffalo, NY Started with POP Yachts:... read more
When It Comes to the Details, Monterey Boats Deliver
When you listen to how brokers and reviewers talk... read more
July Boat Sales Hit Rough Seas, but it's Smooth Sailing at POP
July marks the seventh month in 2014 that has... read more
A Lot Has Changed for Chris-Craft, Except Its Focus on Quality Boats
Few boat-building companies have an extended... read more
Did Other Brokerages Catch Up to POP Yachts in June?
Not by a long shot, but the numbers are... read more
Meet the Staff: Q&A: Todd Klimson
Todd Klimson Licensed Vessel Marketing Training Specialist Resides: Sarasota, FL Started... read more
Bayliner Boats Deliver Function at a Fair Price
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May Boat Sales on a Major Upswing … for POP Yachts, That Is
Industry sees mixed numbers for the month, but... read more
The Case for Carver: Luxury & Handcraftsmanship
In its earliest years, Carver Yachts was a company known for its mahogany, hand-built boats.... read more
Walkaround vs. Center Console vs. Pilothouse
Which is the right boat for you? So you're shopping for a boat, surfing through listing after... read more
18 Boats Sold in a Single Day
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Brokerage Sales Still Slow in April ... But Not for Us!
Our April sales were stronger than ever. ... read more
POP Ski Trip 2014
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Sales Cooling Down in March? We're Hotter Than Ever!
This numbers game is starting to get... read more
5 Tips for Great Boat Videos
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Q & A with Colby Pearson
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Brokerage Industry Slumps Again in February 2014. Really?
"Here We Go Again" If you read our article... read more
Brokerage Sales Dip In January - For Everyone Else
"Brokerage Sales Dip In January" That is the title of an article that was just emailed to the... read more
New Sponsorship: Colby Pearson
POP Yachts is always on the lookout for new talented fishermen, whom we can partner with. The... read more
POP Yachts Receives Top Honor at Sarasota Chamber of Commerce Event
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Nick... read more
POP Launches West Coast Fishing Team
Three thousand miles from POP Yachts' headquarters, two Californian anglers are casting the company... read more
Meet the Staff: Q&A: Diana Christ
Diana Christ Licensed Vessel Marketing Manager Years with POP Yachts: 2 Resides: Holmes... read more
Punny Business: Popular Boat Names
With boat names, there's a fine, subjective line separating creativity and kitsch. One man's Wet... read more
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words
If a picture is literally worth one thousand words (or thereabouts), our inventory is... read more
14 Boats Sold in One Day
We are not normally braggarts; not the type to write article upon article raving about our success.... read more
Spring is Finally Here...and There Is a Buzz In The Air!
Spring is finally here and everyone has the... read more
Meet the Staff: Q&A: Art Groveman
Art Groveman Internet Marketing Specialist Resides: Sarasota, FL Years with POP Yachts:... read more
The Great Loop. Are You a Looper?
The circumnavigation of Eastern North America by water is known, to a tight circle, as The Great... read more
Meet the Staff: Q&A: Scott Wild
Scott Wild Licensed Regional Sales Executive - Central Department Territory:... read more
Meet the Staff: Q&A: Gordon Wilson
Gordon Wilson Licensed Internet Marketing Specialist Territory: Headquarters Resides:... read more
Your Local Broker?
POP Yachts is not just a high-technology, mega-marketer of boats for sale. We are also your local... read more
POP Yachts' 3,000th Active Listing!
Boat sellers and buyers know by now that the best place to come to list or find used boats for sale... read more
Meet the Staff: Q&A: Andy Baker
Andy Baker Licensed Regional Sales Executive Territory: Tampa and Sarasota Resides:... read more
Marine Financing: Getting the Deal Done
At POP Yachts, we specialize in pairing boat buyers and sellers. We're focused on helping sellers... read more
Used Everglades Boat Buyers Start at POP Yachts
The thing about Everglades boats is: if a buyer is looking for a new one, they can only be... read more
Loyal Grady-White buyers are looking to upgrade
One thing is for sure: Grady-White boat owners are loyal to the brand. They're known to go with a... read more
Yellowfin for Sale? List It With the Best
Recreational and professional fishermen know where to come when looking for a great variety of used... read more
So You Wanna Be a Contender?
Or maybe you're just looking to sell yours. You've come to the right place. Buyers know that if... read more
Team POP Sets Its Sights on Winning
POP Yachts has recently put some sponsorship power behind the professional fishing team of Donald... read more
Meet the Staff: Q&A: Mike Hatcher
Mike Hatcher Licensed Regional Sales Executive Territory: Eastern Florida Resides:... read more
Used Sea Ray boat for sale? Buyers come to us
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Madagascar? Gibraltar? Sudan? They're all visiting POP Yachts
We all know that the worldwide web is, well,... read more
Heading out on the water? Here are 4 apps for that!
When you're out on the water, the goal is usually... read more
The Top 8 Parks for Boating and Fishing
Summer may be winding down, but there's still plenty of time to enjoy the water, no matter where... read more
Meet the Staff: Q&A: Bernie Peacock
Bernie Peacock Licensed Regional Sales Executive Territory: Central Department Resides:... read more
Boating Market Experts Encouraged by Industry's Growth
Sure, the economy has been taking a beating, and... read more
POP Yachts Eyes the Future During 2nd Annual Conference
POP Yachts International's second annual... read more
Safety Reminders for Holiday Boating
Here at POP Yachts, our focus is pairing buyers with boats, so naturally we advocate good... read more
Why Our Data Feeds Are Different
When you're looking to sell or buy a boat, we know that closing the deal is where you'd like to... read more
Now, a Free History Report with Every POP Yachts Listing
When you buy a boat, how do you know what it's... read more
Weekly Activity Reports
As a responsible brokerage, we understand that our sellers want to stay updated on the activity... read more
Where We Advertise?
We get asked this question by our sellers and potential sellers quite a bit. So I thought it was... read more
Going Away Party for Nisha Barlow
We all took our turns politely and wished Nisha a solemn fairwell in our own words... NOT! We... read more
Licensed. Bonded. Ethical.
POP Yachts is bonded and licensed in Florida by the Department of Business and Professional... read more
Boy Meets Girl, Falls in Love with Girl, Buys Boat....
POP is expanding its sales team, so I have been... read more
Save on Posting Fees!
One of the major advantages of utilizing the services of a broker to sell your yacht or boat is... read more
POP's 2011 Memorial Weekend Beach Party!
Guaranteed good times when the POP crew gets together! Photo Gallery... read more
Old Florida Found at Nav-a-Gator Grill
The Nav-A-Gator Grill is one of our favorite haunts in this part of the world! We were just there... read more
Bean Bag It
With Miami Boat Show coming up, I could easily find a gazillion cool products for boats to write... read more
Play Hooky, Catch Fish
I woke up like I always do, and was at Oceanside Marina in Key West at 6am, which for a kid was... read more
Hey, Canada!
Even though its been 20 years (don't do the math), I'm hit with that Canadian pride everytime I see... read more