October 23, 2019
State of the Union for the RV industry. Since we are almost thru this year and it's been quite a run for the last few years, really like 9 years now, I thought that I would address some of the concerns of the rv industry and a STATE OF THE UNION sort to speak.
Yes, the industry is down some this year, but with that being said it is still tracking to be like the 4th or 5th best year in the history of this industry. I've been in the RV industry for 27+ years now and so I've seen a lot of the years. Yes, I survived the recession of 2008 that started with the company I was working for going out of business that year. Without getting into all the numbers, percentage, ect, yes it is pretty tough out there right now. I've been in both the wholesale side of the business as well as the retail side of the business as a GM, GSM, and finance manager. So, I've seen how it affects both sides of the business model.
What I would like to say to you, the consumer is that it is an "EXCEPTIONAL" time in the market place to make a purchase. Manufacturing has slowed down, which means that we are building better product and at a slower pace than in 16' and 17'. Dealers are anxious to move product and willing to sell their products (sometimes at a loss) to help facilitate busy for their stores. There are still a lot of indicators out there that make it a great time to make a purchase right now. Consumer confidence is strong, interest rates are still relative low, the economy is still plugging away and more importantly dealers are willing to make fantastic deals to move inventory. Waiting till next year could result in you paying more or even a lot more than NOW.
Why am I writing this? I wanted to start this blog years ago and so how much I could get it to grow. So, now I'm ready to dig in and get this BLOG going. With my 27 years of experience I want to write a daily blog about this wonderful industry and all that is has to offer. RVing is a lifestyle that can be life change for some, spending time with family and friends, and a vehicle for you the consumer to see this great country and more. Stop putting off your dreams and start living now.
Please send me your feedback as I want to write about anything relative to the RV industry from products to marketing, selling, ect. If it has to do with the RV industry and want to write about it. We can dig into companies, brands, dealers, after-market, it is endless and I want to post everyday something that would benefit you the consumer.
Stay tuned for more tomorrow.
The RV Concierge
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