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Off The Hook Yachts

Headquarters:
Wilmington
Founded:
2012
Specialization:
New boats, Pre-owned
Boat types:
Motor superyachts, Expedition vessels, Trawlers and displacement yachts, Cabin cruisers and planing yachts, Motor catamarans and other multihulls, Sportfishing yachts, Open powerboats and center consoles, Inflatable boats and RIBs, Tow boats, Pontoon boats

Founded in 2012 by Jason Ruegg, Off The Hook Yachts is a prominent American marine organization specializing in the acquisition and sale of preowned boats. Headquartered on the East Coast with multiple regional offices, the company has established itself as the largest buyer of used boats in the United States, acquiring over $100 million in inventory annually.

Following a successful IPO in late 2025, the firm operates as a publicly traded company, providing a well-capitalized platform for nationwide scaling and long-term partnerships with dealers and manufacturers.

The company operates a diverse business model that includes large-scale wholesale acquisitions, retail sales, and professional brokerage services. As an authorized dealer for Nor-Tech Hi-Performance boats, the organization services the Mid-Atlantic region while maintaining a massive inventory of used boats for a global clientele.

This high-volume approach allows the firm to offer competitive trade-in and purchase options, simplifying the transaction process for owners and industry partners alike. Consistently recognized as a Top 100 Dealer in the USA, the firm focuses on responsiveness and market liquidity.

By combining retail expertise with a robust wholesale network, the company supports the preowned market across the United States. Technical proficiency and a professional sales staff ensure that every trade-in or purchase is handled with the efficiency required by a rapidly expanding organization.

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