Full Displacement

Current Yachts

A podcast designed to educate yacht sellers and yacht buyers, and to share what is happening in the yacht brokerage market. Produced by Current Yachts.

  1. State of the U.S. Boating Market in Numbers

    3 DAYS AGO

    State of the U.S. Boating Market in Numbers

    In this episode, industry expert Peter from InfoLink shares deep insights into the US boating industry, covering market trends, boat demographics, and future outlooks. Discover how data shapes industry decisions and what the future holds for boat manufacturers, dealers, and enthusiasts. Resources and Contacts: Download the slide from today's episode: https://currentyachts.com/resources/podcast/state-of-the-us-boating-market-in-numbers In this episode: • Overview of US boat registration trends from 2000 to 2025 • The aging boat fleet and implications for resale and maintenance • The growing dominance of outboard motors and changing propulsion types • Segmentation shifts: pontoon boats' rise and decline in runabouts and sailboats • Market impact of economic events, legislation, and the pandemic • Demographic shifts: aging boater population and declining ownership percentage • The influence of pre-owned boats and the future supply pipeline • Regional and state-level variations in boating activity and sales • Inventory trends, length of time on dealer lots, and market supply chain status • Future outlook: market resilience, challenges, and opportunities for newcomers 💭 WHO IS CURRENT YACHTS? We are a full service yacht brokerage company located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Annapolis, Maryland. Our licensed and bonded professional brokers assist yacht sellers and buyers every step of the way. 🎥 Our podcast Full Displacement helps educate yacht sellers and buyers, and shares what is happening in the yacht brokerage market: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXcE3-wOQgN8C7VGybRHBjzf9uZsr6tPs We are revolutionizing yacht sales by offering a transparent, service-based pricing model that puts yacht buyers and sellers first. How? 1️⃣ Our flat-rate selling expense replaces inflated yacht brokerage commissions. And the buyer-side commission (called co-brokerage) only gets paid if a co-broker is present. 2️⃣ Our buyer-broker representation agreement means our yacht buyers receive the unbiased guidance they need to protect their interests. 3️⃣ Our modern platform streamlines the listing intake process including an listing agreement you can generate and signed digitally within minutes. Our platform ensures real-time communication with a dedicated team and provides analytics for all parties. 🏁 The result? More transparent yacht sales, and faster, more efficient transactions. We've set out to build a genuine community that offers exclusive insights and resources, empowering yacht owners and buyers alike. ⚓️ Discover the Current Yachts difference at https://currentyachts.com/ 🛥️ Browse our inventory: https://currentyachts.com/boats/ Follow Current Yachts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/currentyachts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/currentyachts/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/currentyachts/

    48 min
  2. Why Boaters Need SiriusXM Marine

    25 MAR

    Why Boaters Need SiriusXM Marine

    Whether you're a recreational boater, offshore angler, or part of a commercial fleet, learn how advanced satellite data, wind, wave forecasts, and fishing tools can improve your decision-making and safety on the water. You'll also figure out if SiriusXM Marine may be a good alternative to marine radar data for your cruising, and why it's a must-have for all boaters -- especially those enjoying offshore fishing! Resources & Contacts📸 To access the images from this episode: https://currentyachts.com/resources/podcast/why-boaters-need-siriusxm-marine ⚓️ To learn more about Sirius XM Marine & discover a special offer for the listeners of Full Displacement, visit: www.siriusxm.com/boater 🗺️ NOAA Marine Zones & Forecasts: https://www.noaa.gov/ ➕ https://www.weather.gov/marine 🔎 To find an electronics installer near you or other marine professionals, browse our Marine Directory 💬 Ready to sell or buy a boat? Chat with us online now, or send us a note. Key Insights⚠️ The importance of weather preparedness and situational awareness for boaters ⚓️ How SiriusXM Marine’s satellite weather data enhances safety and planning 🌩️ Demonstrating real-time weather overlays and marine zone forecasts on chartplotters 🌀 Comparing SiriusXM Marine to free weather apps and radar in storm detection 🎣 Expanding offshore fishing success with fish mapping and oceanographic data 📡 The future of marine weather technology and satellite-based data services ✅ Practical routines for pre-departure weather checks and ongoing in voyage monitoring Note: Boaters and anglers interested in safer, more informed experiences on the water can benefit from SiriusXM Marine’s real-time satellite weather and ocean data — an essential addition for planning voyages and fishing trips alike. Always check compatibility with your equipment and consider redundancy with multiple data sources to stay safe offshore. Who is Current Yachts?We are a full service yacht brokerage company located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Annapolis, Maryland. Our licensed and bonded professional brokers assist yacht sellers and buyers every step of the way. We are revolutionizing yacht sales by offering a transparent, service-based pricing model that puts yacht buyers and sellers first. 🏁 The result? More transparent yacht sales, and faster, more efficient transactions. ⚓️ Discover the Current Yachts difference at https://currentyachts.com/ 🛥️ Browse our inventory: https://currentyachts.com/boats/ Follow Current Yachts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/currentyachts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/currentyachts/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/currentyachts/

    34 min
  3. Can you write off your yacht?

    18 MAR

    Can you write off your yacht?

    Most boat owners are leaving massive tax benefits on the table. Or worse, sidestepping IRS rules without knowing it. CPA Doug Benefield and fiduciary advisor Joe McKinley break down exactly how to turn your yacht into a legitimate, tax-efficient business that holds up to IRS scrutiny. Whether you're a current owner, considering your first purchase, or simply a high-net-worth individual exploring smarter asset strategies, this episode may save you hundreds of thousands. Doug Benefield is a licensed CPA helping small businesses and boat owners nationwide legally maximize tax benefits. Joe McKinley is a fiduciary financial advisor specializing in tax strategy and asset management. From multi-member LLCs and bonus depreciation to active participation documentation and Section 179 strategies, they cover the critical steps to maximizing deductions without triggering audits. You'll also learn how to use charter operator proformas, build a compliant business plan, and work with your existing CPA to optimize your position. Contacts & Resources: 📲 Get in touch with Tideline Solutions: https://currentyachts.com/resources/directory/tideline-solutions 📆 Book your consultation with yacht broker Amanda Haley: https://youtube.currentyachts.com/consult-amanda 📩 Browse our Marine Directory of yachting professionals: https://youtube.currentyachts.com/directory Key Insights: ✍🏼 Entity structure matters. Multi-member LLCs or S-corps with formal operating agreements are your first line of defense against audits and liability. 📆 Think holistically. Yacht financing and business operations should align with your broader wealth strategy, not exist in isolation. 🛥️ Prove you're in the game. Active management and a documented profit motive are what make deductions stick under IRS scrutiny. 📚 Loopholes aren't loopholes: they're rules. Legitimate deductions require genuinely meeting IRS definitions of business activity and participation. ⏱ Know your life stage. Liquidity, goals, and timing should drive the decision: not just the tax upside. 🤝 Your advisors should talk to each other. Brokers, CPAs, and financial planners working in sync is what keeps you compliant and protected. 💭 WHO IS CURRENT YACHTS? We are a full service yacht brokerage company located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Annapolis, Maryland. Our licensed and bonded professional brokers assist yacht sellers and buyers every step of the way. We are revolutionizing yacht sales by offering a transparent, service-based pricing model that puts yacht buyers and sellers first. ⚓️ Discover the Current Yachts difference at https://currentyachts.com/ 🛥️ Browse our inventory: https://currentyachts.com/boats/ Follow Current Yachts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/currentyachts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/currentyachts/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/currentyachts/

    45 min
  4. Ask a yacht broker: Your questions answered

    11 MAR

    Ask a yacht broker: Your questions answered

    In this episode, Amanda Haley, a seasoned yacht broker from Current Yachts in Fort Lauderdale, shares expert insights on buying and selling boats. Topics include timelines for finding the right boat, the importance of financing, negotiation strategies, and maintenance costs, helping listeners make informed decisions in the yacht market. Resources and Contacts: 🔎 Looking for a marine professional? Browse our FREE Marine Directory: https://youtube.currentyachts.com/directory ⬇️ Download our FREE boat buying budget spreadsheet: https://youtube.currentyachts.com/downloads 🎥 Watch: 5 Interior Features that Will Make or Break your Liveaboard Experience: https://youtu.be/KutrHKGzkQo ⛵️ Hire Current Yachts to represent you as a boat buyer: https://youtube.currentyachts.com/buy 🛥️ Work with Current Yacht to sell your yacht: https://youtube.currentyachts.com/sell Key Topics 📆 Timeline for finding the right boat ⚓️ Role of buyer's broker vs. listing broker ✍🏼 Private seller vs. dealer or broker buying 💵 Marine financing timing and approval 📈 Market conditions and negotiation strategies ⚙️ Boat maintenance costs and inspection tips 📝 Legal paperwork and ownership transfer 💸 Cost of ownership beyond purchase price ⚓️ Discover the Current Yachts difference at https://currentyachts.com/ 🛥️ Browse our inventory: https://currentyachts.com/boats/ Follow Current Yachts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/currentyachts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/currentyachts/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/currentyachts/

    29 min
  5. Building a Custom Yacht vs Buying a Production Vessel

    4 MAR

    Building a Custom Yacht vs Buying a Production Vessel

    Discover the ins and outs of custom yacht construction from industry veteran Austin Ellingsen. Whether you're contemplating a made-to-you vessel or just curious about the process, this episode sheds light on project timelines, costs, shipyard selection, and what makes a truly personalized yacht. We address the common question: does building a custom luxury yacht cost more than a production vessel? This video details the typical timeline for a custom project, from initial design to final delivery, which can span two to five years. Join us for insights into the world of yachting and discover the nuances of custom builds versus production boats. Contacts & Resources 📞 Consult with Austin: https://youtube.currentyachts.com/consult-austin 📲 Buy your next yacht with Current Yachts: https://youtube.currentyachts.com/buy 🎥 Our podcast Full Displacement helps educate yacht sellers and buyers, and shares what is happening in the yacht brokerage market: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXcE3-wOQgN8C7VGybRHBjzf9uZsr6tPs Key Takeaways 🛥️ Why buyers choose custom yachts over production vessels 📆 Typical project timelines vary depending on complexity and shipyard scheduling 💵 The sweet post on cost to build is around the $3-4 million mark 🛳️ Different hull materials: fiberglass, aluminum, and steel — pros and cons for various uses 🏭 The importance of selecting reputable shipyards and Austin’s process for evaluating and inspecting them 😀 Managing client expectations: balancing dreams with practicality, constraints, and design revisions ⚓️ The role of the project manager or consultant during the build, ensuring quality and adherence to specifications ✍🏼 Payment structure and risk mitigation: deposit schedules, financing options, and contractual safeguards 🔍 The significance of shipyard reputation, past projects, and avoiding scope creep 💭 WHO IS CURRENT YACHTS? We are a full service yacht brokerage company located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Annapolis, Maryland. Our licensed and bonded professional brokers assist yacht sellers and buyers every step of the way. We are revolutionizing yacht sales by offering a transparent, service-based pricing model that puts yacht buyers and sellers first. 1️⃣ Our flat-rate selling expense replaces inflated yacht brokerage commissions. 2️⃣ Our buyer-broker representation agreement means our yacht buyers receive the unbiased guidance they need to protect their interests. 3️⃣ Our modern platform streamlines the listing intake. 🏁 The result? More transparent yacht sales, and faster, more efficient transactions. ⚓️ Discover the Current Yachts difference at https://currentyachts.com/ 🛥️ Browse our inventory: https://currentyachts.com/boats/ Follow Current Yachts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/currentyachts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/currentyachts/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/currentyachts/

    32 min
  6. Yachting vs real estate

    25 FEB

    Yachting vs real estate

    This episode explores the similarities and differences between yacht and real estate transactions, focusing on asset valuation and depreciation, regulation and licensing, as well as tax implications. The conversation also covers how these high-value assets are bought and sold, providing valuable insights for buyers, sellers, and industry professionals. Resources: 📺 Watch: How co-brokerage works https://youtu.be/EEvsNv3nVH0 🎧 Listen to the episode: Tax planning when buying a yacht: https://youtu.be/bNvYndLh_Ro ⚓️ H. R. 7222 "No Tax on Boat Loan Interest Act of 2026" (Proposed legislation): https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/7222/text ⛵️ Hire Current Yachts to represent you as a boat buyer: https://youtube.currentyachts.com/buy 🛥️ Work with Current Yacht to sell your yacht: https://youtube.currentyachts.com/sell 💭 WHO IS CURRENT YACHTS? We are a full service yacht brokerage company. Our licensed and bonded professional brokers assist yacht sellers and buyers every step of the way. We are revolutionizing yacht sales by offering a transparent, service-based pricing model that puts yacht buyers and sellers first. ⚓️ Discover the Current Yachts difference at https://currentyachts.com/ 🛥️ Browse our inventory: https://currentyachts.com/boats/ Follow Current Yachts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/currentyachts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/currentyachts/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/currentyachts/

    39 min
  7. Rigging must-know for every yacht buyer

    18 FEB

    Rigging must-know for every yacht buyer

    Join Full Displacement as we discuss the critical aspects of rigging with Trevor Harney from Harney Yacht Rigging. The conversation covers the importance of rigging for safety and resale value, the differences between standing and running rigging, and the lifespan of various components. Trevor shares insights on assessing rigging quality, the inspection process, advancements in rigging technology, and the importance of professional inspections. The episode concludes with rapid-fire questions that reveal Trevor's passion for sailing and rigging. Resources: 📲 Harney Rigging Services: https://currentyachts.com/resources/directory/harney-rigging-services ⛵️ Hire Current Yachts to represent you as a boat buyer: https://youtube.currentyachts.com/buy 🛥️ Work with Current Yacht to sell your yacht: https://youtube.currentyachts.com/sell Key Takeaways: 🛟 Rigging is often overlooked but crucial for safety. 🗓️ Standing rigging typically lasts 10 to 15 years depending on conditions. 🔎 Inspect chain plates for signs of water ingress and rot. ⚓️ It's important to replace rigging in pairs for even tension. ⚙️ Quality hardware is essential for safety and performance. 🪢 Dyneema is a preferred material for running rigging. 💸 Professional inspections can prevent costly mistakes. 🤔 Understanding the difference between standing and running rigging is key. ⛵️ Maintenance is important, but lifespan is also affected by environmental factors. 💵 Investing in rigging inspections is just as important as car maintenance. 💭 WHO IS CURRENT YACHTS? We are a full service yacht brokerage company located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Annapolis, Maryland. Our licensed and bonded professional brokers assist yacht sellers and buyers every step of the way. 🎥 Our podcast Full Displacement helps educate yacht sellers and buyers, and shares what is happening in the yacht brokerage market: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXcE3-wOQgN8C7VGybRHBjzf9uZsr6tPs We are revolutionizing yacht sales by offering a transparent, service-based pricing model that puts yacht buyers and sellers first. ⚓️ Discover the Current Yachts difference at https://currentyachts.com/ 🛥️ Browse our inventory: https://currentyachts.com/boats/ Follow Current Yachts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/currentyachts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/currentyachts/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/currentyachts/

    27 min
  8. Island Spirit 525E electric catamaran: The range revolution

    11 FEB

    Island Spirit 525E electric catamaran: The range revolution

    In this episode of the Current Yachts podcast, hosts Maryline and Amanda welcome Phillip Winter to discuss the innovative Island Spirit 525E, a fully electric catamaran built in Thailand. Phillip shares his extensive background in the boating industry, highlighting the evolution of electric propulsion and the challenges it has faced, such as range anxiety and technological limitations. He explains how Island Spirit has addressed these issues with significant advancements in battery technology, allowing for longer ranges and better performance compared to traditional hybrid systems. The conversation also covers the history of Island Spirit as a brand, its manufacturing in Thailand, and the advantages of its unique hull design, which contributes to the boat's efficiency and durability. Key Takeaways: 🪫 Range anxiety is a major factor in the adoption of electric catamarans. ⚡️ Electric propulsion is gaining traction in the boating industry but is lagging behind electric cars. 🔋 The Island Spirit 525E is a fully electric catamaran with significant range and features a staggering 210 kilowatt-hour battery bank. ⚓️ Battery technology advancements are crucial for electric boating. 🔌 Full electric systems offer simplicity compared to hybrid systems. ⛵️ Island Spirit's design focuses on efficiency and performance. 💪 The hull design of Island Spirit 525E enhances structural integrity. ☀️ Charging options include solar, shore power, and hydro generation. 🗺️ Real-world sailing experiences highlight the boat's capabilities. 💵 Electric catamarans can be cost-effective in the long run. ⏰ Battery lifespan can exceed 10 years with proper management. 💭 WHO IS CURRENT YACHTS? We are a full service yacht brokerage company located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Annapolis, Maryland. Our licensed and bonded professional brokers assist yacht sellers and buyers every step of the way. 🎥 Our podcast Full Displacement helps educate yacht sellers and buyers, and shares what is happening in the yacht brokerage market: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXcE3-wOQgN8C7VGybRHBjzf9uZsr6tPs We are revolutionizing yacht sales by offering a transparent, service-based pricing model that puts yacht buyers and sellers first. How? 1️⃣ Our flat-rate selling expense replaces inflated yacht brokerage commissions. And the buyer-side commission (called co-brokerage) only gets paid if a co-broker is present. 2️⃣ Our buyer-broker representation agreement means our yacht buyers receive the unbiased guidance they need to protect their interests. 3️⃣ Our modern platform streamlines the listing intake process including an listing agreement you can generate and signed digitally within minutes. Our platform ensures real-time communication with a dedicated team and provides analytics for all parties. 🏁 The result? More transparent yacht sales, and faster, more efficient transactions. ⚓️ Discover the Current Yachts difference & follow Current Yachts: 🛥️ Browse our inventory: https://currentyachts.com/boats/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/currentyachts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/currentyachts/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/currentyachts/

    42 min
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A podcast designed to educate yacht sellers and yacht buyers, and to share what is happening in the yacht brokerage market. Produced by Current Yachts.

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  • Creator
    Current Yachts
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 Current Yachts
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