by Ejola Cook | Sep 1, 2024 | Dealer Compliance, Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices
Before we get started, I’m going to be honest, this one is pretty confusing. There is only a fine line to separate a Surcharge and a Convenience Fee and often they mistakenly get used interchangeably. To add to the confusion, in recent years the Florida Statute has...
by Guest Contributor | Aug 1, 2024 | RV Dealers
By Don Reed, President of DealerPRO Training In the RV industry, the link between employee retention and customer retention is undeniable and incredibly influential. The overarching goal for your dealership should be crystal clear: cultivate a team of top performers...
by Traeanne Reynolds | Aug 1, 2024 | Education, RV Dealers
The RV industry has seen significant growth, particularly in the wake of the pandemic, as people seek safe and flexible travel options. Understanding how to effectively reach potential new RVers is crucial and an effective strategy leverages both traditional and...
by Ken Loyd | Aug 1, 2024 | FRVTA News
Hello Everyone! Hard to believe, but we are already halfway through the summer! That means our annual convention is coming up in September and you need to make sure you’re registered to attend! The Convention will be held in Orlando, FL at the beautiful Renaissance...
by Dave Kelly | Jun 28, 2024 | FRVTA News
Registration forms for the FRVTA State Convention (September 5-8) at the Renaissance Sea World Orlando have gone out to all FRVTA Members. This is the one time of the year when members from all over Florida come together to share ideas, learn new ways to be profitable...
by Ejola Cook | Jun 27, 2024 | Dealer Compliance, Off-Premises Sales
By now you may know you can store a vehicle at an off-site location, but did you know you also have the ability to sell it off-site too? We have all seen them, the “tent sales” on local lots selling inventory away from the dealership. Although this process tends to...
by Jennifer Ungru | Jun 27, 2024 | Legislative Updates
As Florida gears up for the 2024 elections, the political landscape is defined by political strategy, ambition, and historical precedent. With all 120 seats in the House of Representatives and 20 seats in the Senate up for grabs, the stakes are high for both parties...
by Ejola Cook | Jun 3, 2024 | Dealer Compliance, Deposits: Non-Refundable, Finance
Non-Refundable Deposits are a great way for dealers to help secure a sale by having the buyer put a “little skin in the game.” As simple as it sounds, a Non-Refundable Deposit (“NRD”) is money paid by a customer toward the purchase of a specific vehicle that under...
by Ken Loyd | Jun 1, 2024 | FRVTA News
Hello Everyone! I hope all of you had a relaxing and peaceful Memorial Day Weekend and took time to be with family and friends and, most importantly, took time to reflect on what the holiday is truly about. We often get so wrapped up in all the peripheral activities...
