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Once you walk through the gates of the Providence Boat Show, you’ll see 130 new power, sail and paddle craft inside the convention hall. But if you are open to exploring previously owned models, there are thousands more boats for sale through the Providence show, along with experienced brokers who can help you find the…

Sellers that don’t prepare their boat to get viewed and inspected by prospective buyers are putting the showing and sale at risk. Your boat will receive better offers and sell quicker if you consider the following low cost, low effort suggestions: Declutter – Remove as much as possible from the boat. A boat that is…

Another summer filled with memories of boating, beautiful weather and family time is coming to an end. At Latitude we’ve been out enjoying all that summer has to offer and are transitioning to one of the busiest sales seasons of the year.  Fall is a great time to list your boat, just in time for the Newport…

2004 Oyster 66 “RIVKY” – Concours d’Elegance Winner, always maintained with a full time crew and service performed at Hinckley Yachts. Oyster 66/10 is not just any ordinary Oyster 66. Among many things, she is a best-in-class example of this proven design, 2012 Oyster Concours d’Elegance winner, American owned, never chartered and maintained with no…

At a young age I knew that life was better on a boat. Whether it be hanging out with family, digging for quahogs, or fishing for striped bass. Much like the striped bass I was hooked. Having the opportunity to grow up on an island and the opportunity of having a boat was a luxury…

Latitude Yacht Brokerage is proud to announce that for the third year in a row (2015, 2016 and 2017), they have won Newport Life’s Best Customer Service Award. Latitude also won Newport Life’s Best Yacht Brokerage (2017). Matt Leduc and Ryan Miller attended the Awards Soiree at Rosecliff Mansion in celebration of the winners with…

Date Event Location 6/17-6/27 America’s Cup Bermuda 6/17 5th Annual Alzheimer’s Regatta Oyster Bay, NY 6/17-6/22 Tall Ships – Boston Boston, MA 6/18-6/23 Block Island Race Week New Shoreham, RI 6/19-6/23 Newport Charter Yacht Show Newport, RI 6/22-6/25 Bacardi Newport Sailing Week Newport, RI 6/24 Around Aquidneck Island Race Tiverton, RI 6/24 Fancy Fluke Co.…

Get ready for the boating season! The Providence Boat Show is the best place to shop early and gather all the information and inspiration you’ll need to enjoy your time on the water come springtime. Dates & Hours Friday, February 3 / 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm Saturday, February 4 / 10:00 am – 8:00…

New England’s premier winter boating event is held at the state of the art Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC). The New England Boat Show has grown into the Northeast’s largest Boat Show, attracting thousands from the New England Seaboard. Dates & Hours February 11–19, 2017 Saturday – 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday – 11:00 AM…

27′ Eastern 270 Islander 24′ Eastern 248 Explorer Two new additions to our inventory are these late model Eastern Boats that grace the water with their beautiful downeast style. Perfect for enjoying time with family and friends. They are small enough to trailer but have the characteristics and handling of a stable work boat. Built with…

Once you walk through the gates of the Providence Boat Show, you’ll see 130 new power, sail and paddle craft inside the convention hall. But if you are open to exploring previously owned models, there are thousands more boats for sale through the Providence show, along with experienced brokers who can help you find the…

Recent Refit – US Duty Paid Valentine is the last hull built of the iconic Oyster 66 model. Featuring generous accommodations usually only found in much larger boats, the 66 is well-known for her expansive interior volume. Ocean-ready cutter rig offers effortless push-button sailing with in-mast furling hydraulic main, headsails and self-tacking staysail. Fully equipped…

Since its initiation in 2002, the Certified Professional Yacht Broker (CPYB) program has certified over 500 yacht sales professionals (YSPs) throughout the U.S. and Canada. Eligible, experienced YSPs who meet the application criteria and who successfully pass an examination earn their CPYB credentials, setting them apart as knowledgeable professionals dedicated to the highest ethical standards…

The Connecticut Spring Boat Show sponsored by the Yacht Brokers Association of America, is expecting over 70 boats varying in size from 20-75ft to journey from as far away as Maine to the first annual 2016 Spring boat show. The exhibition is set for May 13-15, 2016 at Brewer Essex Island Marina located in Essex,…

Whether a novice or experienced boat owner, the process of purchasing or selling a boat can be a lengthy one, and as with any investment, it is always a wise decision to turn to those who have the resources to assist you in becoming a well informed and educated consumer in the boating industry.  Please…

by Matt Leduc Good boats, that are priced right, with motivated sellers, sell first. The longer you wait the inventory gets picked over and your choices are reduced to boats that may be over priced, don’t show well or boats with issues. In many markets, new boats sales have been very soft since the market…