The Marina Business Explained: Asset Types, Revenue Streams, and Investment Fundamentals

By Stacey Schramm | January 13, 2026

Marina revenue streams vary by asset type, location, and operations-and understanding them is essential for evaluating marina investments. Marinas represent a highly specialized segment of commercial real estate, combining waterfront land, marine infrastructure, regulatory oversight, and ongoing operations. Unlike traditional property types that rely primarily on lease income, value in this sector is driven by…

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South Florida Boat Rental Marketplaces Merge, Signaling Continued Growth in Marine Tourism

By Stacey Schramm | December 19, 2025

South Florida’s marine economy continues to evolve as two leading boat rental marketplaces announce a merger, creating one of the largest peer-to-peer boating platforms in the industry. This consolidation reflects sustained growth in recreational boating, experiential travel, and technology-driven access to on-water experiences across the region. As demand for flexible, experience-based recreation increases, South Florida…

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David Kendall of SVN Marinas Facilitates Sale of L&M Marine to Ashley Marine

By Stacey Schramm | October 28, 2025

PENSACOLA, Fla., October 27, 2025 — David Kendall, CCIM, Senior Advisor and national marina and marine dealership specialist with SVN Marinas, has announced the successful sale of L&M Marine, a premier full-service marine dealership headquartered in Stapleton, Alabama, with a satellite location at Day Break Marina on Bayou Chico in Pensacola, Florida. The transaction closed…

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