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This is the second transaction where John has been our broker and has looked after us. Both times he has been most responsive and helpful. This time John encouraged us to list at a price slightly higher than we had considered (as we wanted a fast sale). He was right and he sold the boat in four days with two offers. John advised us not to counter on the first offer as he felt that the boat was in great condition and should sell for more. Nervously we agreed to let that offer lapse, and two days later we accepted an offer closer to the asking price and closed that transaction today. John obviously understands and is realistic about the value of a boat. John is exceptionally well connected in the industry and can get things done quickly and well. He seems to know and is favorably known by everyone associated with boats. We also took his advice and moved our boat to his dock. This was a great plus as it is a fabulous location, and he could easily show the boat to customers. If we ever have another transaction I know that I would ask John to represent us. Thanks for the expert advice and two well managed transactions. Bill Lawrenson

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I have nothing but praise for John's professional, yet personal approach to the selling of my yacht. He is well established and knows his stuff. He sold my sailboat quickly and knew the best strategies to get her marketed to the right people. His complimentary dock took a lot of the logistics and worries out of the process. He is very personable and a joy to work with!

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John is an amazing person and excellent at his job. He sold me my dream boat and made sure every bit of the experience was to my benefit. I loved working with him and his network of boat expertise helped me save tons in surveys and shipping. 10 stars

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John went above and beyond for us and the seller. He kept in touch has promised and took care of items that needed attention without charge to us or the seller. He walked us through the process of how everything would go during the purchase since we had never purchased a boat in this price range before. I can’t thank him enough for all he did !

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We just sold our 37-foot sailboat through Yacht View Brokerage, at our asking price in less than 35 days! John Kaiser made the entire process simple and fast. We were first attracted to his brokerage firm by the offer of free dockage in a beautiful location minutes from Annapolis, but our boat sold so fast we hardly had time to take advantage of it! John’s integrity, his attention to detail, and honesty were quite refreshing in a market often lacking in those qualities. To top it all off, he offers a lower commission than most brokers. Owning boats and having been around boat yards and brokers for more than 45 years I have never met a better broker for selling or buying a boat!

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“A good broker is a broker for life,” says Mike Titgemeyer, general manager of Crusader Yachts & Seattle Yachts in Annapolis. “It’s about relationships not transactions.” A good yacht broker might help the same client buy or sell three or four boats over the years.

T itgemeyer explains that the process of helping you find a new used boat begins with “a giant Q&A.” “How much money do you want to spend? When do you want to be out on the water in your new boat? Are you okay with production boats or do you prefer custom boats?”  

The toughest question is the budget, he notes. Finding the right boat at the right price requires the expertise you’ll only find with an experienced professional. “It’s juggling the age of the boat, the quality of the boat and the equipment the boat has,” Titgemeyer says. “You might buy a late-model Jeanneau at the same price as a 10-year-old higher quality boat, like a Tartan or Island Packet.”

There’s no such thing as a “perfect boat,” he cautions. “Once we figure out what the client really wants, that leads to balancing the trade-offs. The broker has that expert knowledge to guide the client from ‘I just started shopping’ to ‘This is the right boat for you.’” 

Capt. John Kaiser Jr., owner of Yacht View Brokerage LLC , notes that boat buyers are far more sophisticated and well-informed than they were 20 or 30 years ago. “It’s so different from the days when people would find boats in the  Soundings  classifieds,” he chuckles. “Once you start looking for your next boat, you get obsessed,” he says. “There should be rehab for the boat-buying experience. When a new client calls me, 98 percent of the time, they already know what they want. They go to boat shows, they do their research, they have the means and you don’t have to qualify them.”

Good used boats are getting hard to find in the current marketplace, and when they do come up for sale, they sell quickly, Kaiser notes during a recent phone interview. “Today, I’m in Oriental, North Carolina, with the folks who called me last week. They were referred to me by a buddy of theirs who bought a boat several years ago, and they wanted one just like it. That was last Thursday. Here it is Tuesday. We went from one phone call and here we are completing the survey today. That’s a typical day in the life of a typical boat broker today.” 

Jim Dean, owner of Dean Yacht Company on Kent Island on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, has a deep background in servicing boats, and that gives him a unique perspective on helping a client buy or sell a used boat. “I’ve been a service guy since 2006,” he says. “When you’re looking at a center console, where’s the money? It’s hanging off the end. If the motors have been neglected, we don’t even want to consider it.” 

Dean notes that one client gave up trying to buy a boat on his own, wasting money on flying to Florida to try to see a boat that wasn’t ready to sell. “He said, ‘That’s not my job. I want you to represent me.’ I can get the inside scoop. I can take a headache off your plate, talking to the other broker, getting the service records, finding out everything about the boat, making sure it’s been taken care of—making sure it’s the real deal. That’s what brokers do…We do all the paperwork. Buyers don’t understand what it takes to get that boat to closing. All the buyer has to do is look at the boat and agree on the price.”

With his service background, Dean says he can provide the added value of ongoing maintenance. “Now that you’ve got the boat, you’ve got to fix the items on the survey to-do list. Those five things, I know all the service guys, I can get them fixed. I manage the boat for the whole time you own it. I hope you become a customer for life.”

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Campbell’s Yacht Sales

P.j. campbell: 410-829-5458 • [email protected]  .

P.J. Campbell has extensive experience in listing, selling and helping customers buy the boat of their dreams. Campbell’s Yacht Sales uses Yacht World/Boats.com to list our boats, in partnership with our website, social media and many other outlets. Our team is focused on building long-lasting relationships and providing our customers with an excellent buying and selling experience. If you have any questions on buying or selling your next boat, please give us a call. Campbell’s Yacht Sales would love to help you sell your boat or find you the boat you are looking for. We are with you from start to finish. 

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Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum

Wes williams • 410-745-4992 • [email protected]  .

Wes Williams has been helping people buy and donate boats at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum as the Director of Charity Boat Donations & Sales since February 2021. His primary responsibilities are connecting with buyers and donors, reviewing donation applications, picking up vessels by land and by water, and making the process of buying and donating boats as easy as possible. Wes is a lifelong boater with an extensive background working in marinas and with many different types of vessels.

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Yacht View Brokerage

John kaiser • 443-223-7864 • [email protected]  .

Founded in 1988 and located in Annapolis, Yacht View Brokerage LLC, has been successfully listing, selling and co-brokering power and sail listings. We offer our quality listings through Yachtworld.com, which allows us immediate exposure of your yacht to the world of potential buyers, along with the finest yacht brokers locally and nationally that offer our listings to their clients. Captain John Kaiser Jr. has maintained a 100-ton USCG Master license since 1985. Growing up in a boatbuilding family (Kaiser Yachts in Wilmington, Del.), John has been directly involved in the design, construction and marketing of the highest quality yachts. Yacht View Brokerage LLC offers complimentary dockage (for up to 80 feet) in our beautiful, secure setting on the Severn River, until sold, with a direct sale commission of only 8% for yachts over $200,000. We work tirelessly for a sale time of less than 90 days. Call or text John and Jackie about your listing and selling your yacht today!

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Crusader Yacht Sales & Seattle Yachts Annapolis 

Gordon bennett • 410-739-4432 • [email protected].

As a licensed captain and Certified Professional Yacht Broker (CPYB), Gordon Bennett knows that buying a boat is a deeply personal decision. That’s why he takes a personalized approach to every sale, helping you navigate every step of the boat ownership life cycle. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned seller, Gordon has your best interests at heart.

            Crusader and Seattle Yachts offers a wide range of new boat brands, including Jeanneau & Tartan Sailboats, Excess Catamarans, Nimbus Boats, Nordic Tugs, Legacy Yachts, and more. From offshore cruisers to trawlers, they have the perfect boat to fit your current and changing needs.

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Tri-State Marine

Ron young • o: 410-867-1447, c: 410-294-3086 • [email protected].

Ron’s immense knowledge of the powerboat industry, and the close attention he gives his customers’ needs has earned him 100% in customer satisfaction ratings for the past three decades. His professionalism, honesty, and ability to provide critical information ensures that customers find the right boat for their lifestyle. An avid boater and fisherman, Ron is an expert—he has been advising customers on Grady-White and Parker Boats for 40 years. He also stays in touch with his clients for years after the sale serving as a valued resource and problem solver making most of them repeat buyers.

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Robert Warren • o: 410-867-1447, c: 301-325-3773 • [email protected]

Robert’s in-depth understanding of powerboats, coupled with his passion for fishing, ensure that customers love to talk to him about boats. Decades of working with buyers while personally living the powerboat lifestyle has given him the ability to effectively match families with their perfect boat. Robert’s customers quickly turn into friends as he continues to work with them through the years perfecting their boating experience. Robert has been advising customers on Grady-White and Parker Boats for 30 years, making him an expert of our top-selling brands.

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Mike McGuire • o: 410-867-1447, c: 703-618-4653 • [email protected]

Mike has been a boat broker for several years and has been in and around the industry nearly his whole life. As a lifelong boater Mike has a vast knowledge of all types of boats and fishing. This makes it fun and easy to work with Mike on finding the right boat for his customers. When Mike is not on the water you can find him on the golf course. Mike is a single-digit handicap and former professional tour caddie. 

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Bluewater Yacht Sales

Scott macdonald • 703-307-5900 • [email protected]  .

Scott brings a lifetime of boating experience and a passion for fishing to our Annapolis office at South Annapolis Yacht Centre. Scott is a career sales professional and former business owner. His 35 years of domestic and international sales experience assures that he can quickly assess the needs of his clients and use his experience to find the right boat at the right price and to market his clients’ boats to maximize their returns. He is a licensed Florida broker and a USCG Master Captain.

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Jud Black • 757-846-7909 • [email protected]  

Jud has spent nearly every working hour in the boat business since the age of 15. He joined Bluewater in 1988 to run their small boat division selling Whaler, Seacraft, Zodiac and Evinrude outboards. This division was later consolidated into Bluewater Yacht Sales, where he joined the ownership and management team. He has been honored as one of the country’s top salespeople by Johnson Outboards, Regulator Marine, Hatteras Yachts and Viking Yachts over the years. He has been lending his extensive experience to Bluewater clients for over 30 years, and now serves as Bluewater’s Sales Director so he can lend his expertise to the entire team.

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David Black • 443-944-6122 • [email protected]  

Captain David Black was born and raised in New Castle County, Delaware. David’s first offshore experience came in his early teens which was when he fell in love with offshore fishing and sportfishing boats. Once an adult, David earned his USCG Master license along with adding several endorsements throughout his career as a captain. In 2013, he started his own charter business, “My Cin Sportfishing,” and ran it successfully for several years before becoming a yacht broker. David’s combination of sales skills, customer service, and vast boat knowledge makes him a great asset for helping clients find their next dream boat.

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Scott James • 757-570-3944 • [email protected]  

A lifelong resident of York County, Va., Scott started fishing the Mid-Atlantic Coast with his father at a young age and fishing crab pots from his own boat while in his early teens. After graduating from ODU, he began a career in the electric utility industry that spanned 14 years. During this time, the saltwater kept calling, and he acquired his USCG Master license and left the utility business to make a living on the water. Over ten years ago, Scott started selling and brokering boats and yachts and has developed lasting relationships with boat manufacturers, marinas and customers.

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Mark Connors • 757-406-1673 • [email protected]  

Mark Connors got his start in the marine industry in 1993 while living in Annapolis. After attending Hampden-Sydney and Washington College, he began his career working for the Annapolis Sailing School and Powerboat School. Afterwards, Mark formed Connors Marine Services where he ran a busy yacht delivery and maintenance service before becoming a broker for Baker Marine. Mark was recruited by Jarrett Bay Yacht Sales in 2006 as Broker-in-Charge of their Virginia office. A full-time broker since 1998, Mark has had experience with a wide variety of boat manufacturers spanning multiple styles and uses.

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Chuck Meyers • 703-999-7696 • [email protected]

Chuck acquired his USCG Master license after graduating from Catholic University of America, and he made the decision to turn his passion for yachting into a full-time career. In 1994 he went to work managing a marina and boatyard which furthered his skills in both maritime management and the yacht service fields. In 1999, Chuck started a career in yacht brokerage and has since established a loyal base of clients who have entrusted him with their vessels. Chuck is eager to help new and existing customers and is involved in all aspects prior to, during and after the sale.

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Carl Beale • 757-708-0786 • [email protected]

Carl Beale graduated from James Madison University with a degree in finance and is certified by FINRA as a financial advisor. He first joined the Bluewater team in 1995 and has been involved with the company in different capacities for over 20 years. Carl has worked as a boat detailer, a delivery captain, a demo captain and a sales professional in his tenure, and his love for boating brought him back to the Bluewater team. Carl prides himself on helping his customers find the right boats so that he can watch them develop their appreciation for the water.

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Hank Sibley • 804-337-1945 • [email protected]

Hank began in the boat business working with his father at the boatbuilding firms Gloucester Yachts and Chesapeake Powerboats in the mid-1980s. He has since worked in sales capacities in the construction and marine supply businesses, and prior to joining Bluewater in 2011, he sold new and brokerage boats in Virginia Beach. Hank is a long-time sportfisherman and has known the Chesapeake since his youth. He and his wife Beverly have two boys and live in West Point, Virginia. His boatbuilding and fishing background is an asset in matching clients to their perfect boat.

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Roger Mooney • 410-456-3659 • [email protected]

Roger began in the yacht brokerage and sales business in 1995, working for a Maryland-based company which brokered quality production powerboat lines. Having a desire to deal more exclusively with custom and production sportfish, motor yachts and trawlers, Roger moved on to work with Gilman Yachts in 1998, and then in 2004, Roger opened the Maryland office for Bluewater/Jarrett Bay Yacht Sales where he continues to enjoy serving his customers’ boating needs. Roger’s success in his career is not only due to his vast knowledge of the industry, but also due to the integrity and diligence he demonstrates to his clients. 

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Hawk Ennis • 240-383-8128 • [email protected]

In 2005, after a successful career in the mortgage business, Hawk decided to follow his passion for boating and began working with a yacht brokerage firm in Annapolis. He found what he was born to do and within a couple of years opened Hawk’s Yachts which eventually morphed into Hawk’s Marine. During that time, he sold over 300 boats including new, used and brokerage boats. He is now a proud member of the Bluewater Yacht Sales team located in the heart of Annapolis. When not brokering or boating he enjoys spending time volunteering, traveling, fishing, and visiting friends and family.

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Jeremy Blunt • 410-507-4150 • [email protected]

Jeremy Blunt fell in love with offshore fishing when he went tuna fishing for the first time upon his arrival in Ocean City. He worked that summer at the Ocean City Fishing Center, then worked as the captain on several charter fishing boats. He began his broker career in 2007. In addition to being a sales professional, he is also a tournament-winning charter captain out of Ocean City. This gives Captain Blunt a unique perspective and experience that translates into the right deal for your dream on the water. 

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Connor Hall • 757-968-2353 • [email protected]  

Connor first joined Bluewater in 2013 at 16 years old as a dock hand at the marina. He worked the following summers commissioning Regulators in the service department. As a USCG licensed captain, Connor has moved Bluewater inventory up and down the coast. After graduating from Hampden-Sydney College with a dual major in business and economics in May of 2020, he joined the sales team at Bluewater, which was a goal of his for quite some time. Joining Bluewater is more than a job opportunity for Connor, but a natural next step in his career.

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John Prather • 301-991-3308 • [email protected]  

Captain John Prather is a Maryland native who has been fishing since childhood. Being a professional fisherman for the past 20 years, John has gained extensive knowledge about countless styles of fishing, both inshore and offshore. John has a vast understanding of boat building and has been through the entire build process on several boats from 20-foot outboards to some of the largest sportfishing boats on the market. He has close relationships with some of the top boat manufacturers in the country, and with more than two decades of experience, his knowledge of boats is hard to match.

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Chase Sutton • 410-507-5247 • [email protected]

A native Annapolitan, Chase grew up on the water and has a passion for sharing his love of the water with others. As a member of the Annapolis Yacht Club, Chase is strongly involved in the local community. He enjoys being with his family and friends, traveling, sailboat racing, fishing, and helping to preserve the Chesapeake Bay and its surrounding tributaries. Before joining Bluewater, Chase came from 10 years of business development and sales leadership in the corporate world. He has brought his skills into the marine industry by being detailed, determined, and dedicated to making seamless and efficient transactions.

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Vera Sohovich • 410-533-7588 • [email protected]  

Vera Sohovich established and runs Bluewater’s all-inclusive marine finance department. Prior to joining Bluewater Yacht Sales, she worked for another yacht brokerage firm, and held key positions including comptroller, finance manager and sales manager. Vera developed and managed the in-house finance department and established relationships with the best banks and lending institutions to provide clients with competitive rates, great terms and unsurpassed service. She now works to provide Bluewater customers with complete financing and documentation solutions so they can complete the buying process with ease. 

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Chesapeake Whalertowne

Jake boulay • 410-827-9300 • [email protected].

Jake Boulay has been a member of the Chesapeake Whalertowne sales team since 2015. Prior to moving into sales, Jake handled logistics and service management. Jake now manages Cedar Point Marina in Grasonville, which has opened the door for more brokerage opportunities and sales. Jake’s lifetime of experience on the water gives him a true understanding of helping you find the best boat to fit your needs.

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Rick Boulay Jr. • 410-827-8080 • [email protected]  

Rick Boulay Jr. has been a member of the Chesapeake Whalertowne sales team since 2006. Since joining the sales team, Rick has become one of the highest volume sales producers for Boston Whaler nationwide and an expert within the Boston Whaler Yacht program. Whether you are looking for brokerage services or new boat sales, Rick can help you get the boat you are looking for (or looking to sell) quickly and for the best value. Rick is the General Manager of Chesapeake Whalertowne and also a member of the Boston Whaler Design Team.

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Bart Hiltabidle • 410-267-9731 • [email protected]  

Bart Hiltabidle is one of the most recognized names in the Annapolis boating community. Bart has helped shape Boston Whaler’s legacy in the Annapolis area. Whether you are in search of a 13-foot Super Sport or the flagship Boston Whaler 420 Outrage, Bart has the knowledge and expertise to help narrow your search for the perfect boat. Chesapeake Whalertowne opened a new and exciting location in downtown Annapolis in 2018, featuring waterfront access and an indoor showroom at the base of Ego Alley.

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Seattle Yachts Annapolis & Crusader Yacht Sales

Jeff jordan • 410-320-5183 • [email protected].

Jeff Jordan comes to Seattle and Crusader through sailing school, coaching and yacht delivery experience. Jeff is a long-time marine industry pro and has a wide experience on the water with both power and sailboats. He has a keen eye and understands a client’s needs. Jeff shares his personal experiences to make the buying process thorough and enjoyable. Jeff will assist in your purchase or sale with thoughtful appreciation for the process and has the client’s interests prioritized.

            Crusader and Seattle Yachts offers a wide range of new boat brands, including Jeanneau & Tartan Sailboats, Excess Catamarans, Nimbus Boats, Nordic Tugs, Legacy Yachts, and more. From offshore cruisers to trawlers, they have the perfect boat to fit your current and changing needs. 

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Pocket Yacht

Josh miller • 810-531-9191• [email protected].

Josh grew up on Maryland’s Eastern Shore and originally hails from Kent Island. A 1998 graduate of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, he served a few short years at sea, and then realized his lifelong dream of becoming a Coast Guard helicopter pilot and aeronautical engineer. After a fun-filled career of 25 great years and having the privilege to live on and fly over all four sides of the U.S., Josh retired as a captain in January 2023 and joined our team. A passionate outdoorsman and lifelong boater, Josh brings a unique perspective and breadth of experience from the lens of both an operator and first responder. An avid hobbyist, Josh spends his free time remodeling houses, beekeeping, hunting, fishing, and cycling among many other pastimes.

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John Osborne • 410-490-6250 • [email protected]

After closing his houseboat sales and brokerage business in 2010, John ran a local brokerage until 2014 when Mark Schulstad offered him a position at Pocket Yacht. John has become one of the top performers at Pocket Yacht and has won several awards over the last nine years. John prides himself in his ability to talk with customers honestly and put people at ease during the purchasing process. Having a quality product and strong leadership is the key to John’s success. John is a long-time resident of Maryland’s Eastern Shore and spends his free time cooking and fishing. He resides in Easton, Md., with Carol, his wife of 43 years.

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Tim Wilbricht • 410-267-2577 • [email protected]

After a short but successful career in the corporate world, Tim bought a 38-foot sailboat in Annapolis in 1993. He and his wife, Mischelle, headed to the Bahamas when they were both 25 years old. After spending time in the islands, they returned to the States to seek another new adventure. He helped start a couple of companies, one in Florida and the other in Boston, growing them until the companies matured. During that time Tim fell more and more in love with the boating lifestyle and lived aboard with his family for 9½ years. During that time, he came back to Annapolis where he began work as a yacht broker in 1998. He continues to share his passion for boating and has had an amazing career selling boats of all shapes and sizes. 

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Clarks Landing Yacht Sales

Beth ciancaglini • 443-534-1339 • [email protected]  .

Beth is a Hillsmere Shores native who grew up with a deep love for boating, crabbing, and fishing. As the first mate on a charter fishing vessel, she passed her passion for the water on to her children. Beth now combines her professional expertise with her personal passions as a member of the Clarks Landing team. She is committed to providing excellent service to her clients, which sets her apart and earns her recognition from brands like Beneteau, who named her a “Top Gun.” Beth’s enthusiasm and industry knowledge make her a valuable resource for anyone looking to explore the joys of boating.

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KT Nesbitt • 443-370-4720 • [email protected]   

KT Nesbitt is a passionate individual with a lifelong love for life on the water and what he calls “yachttirement.” After working in luxury car sales, KT transitioned into yacht sales, where he found his true calling in helping clients find the perfect vessel. With expertise in popular brands such as Sea Ray, Beneteau, and Wellcraft, he is a valued member of the award-winning service and sales team at Clarks Landing. KT’s dedication to his clients and his knowledge of the industry make him an excellent resource for anyone looking to start their own yachttirement journey.

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Deltaville Yachting Center/Chesapeake Yacht Sales 

Gordon inge • 804-896-3003 • [email protected]  .

Gordon Inge, Chesapeake Yacht Sales Yacht Broker and General Manager of Deltaville Yachting Center (DYC)/Chesapeake Yacht Sales (CYS), has a lifetime of experience in boating, service and sales. Located on Broad Creek in Deltaville, Va., and owned and operated by Lew and Onna Grimm since 2001, DYC/CYS provides a friendly environment to buy, keep and service your boat. 

            Named “Best of the Bay,” “Best Place to Buy a New Boat,” and “Best Boating Facility,” CYS is a dealer for all models of Catalina sailboats and True North Downeast-style cruisers. Combining a large inventory of pre-owned power and sail boats onsite with a professional network search, Gordon will get you in the right boat for your needs.

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- (Annapolis, MD) - Yacht Brokerage is all about service! Why else would we earn a commission? My name is John Kaiser, Jr. I own and operate Yacht View Brokerage, a full service yacht brokerage here in Annapolis, Maryland. I began my brokerage business 13 years ago to better serve my clients buying and selling needs and to perform the highest level of personal service. - (Oxford, MD) - Dealers for Grand Banks, Eastbay, Albin Marine and Holby Marine Power boats. Also offering indoor winter storage and full service marina. - (Annapolis, MD) - Specializes in motoryachts, sportfish, express cruisers, trawlers, and sailboats of all sizes. AYC provides the most comprehensive international brokering and chartering services available anywhere! If the time to buy or sell is now, then now is the time to contact us. - (Annapolis, MD) - Established in 1954, dealers for new Beneteau, Lagoon, Wauquiez and Dehler yachts. Brokers for quality sail and traditional power. - (Denton, MD) - Custom Makers of Bay Built Boats. Mathews Brothers LLC is pursuing the collective dream of its partners to provide our clients with the highest quality boating experience, from the building and finishing of custom Chesapeake Bay Built style watercraft with lasting value, to hassle free maintenance, service, and customer care.

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Hello, my name is John Kaiser and I have been a professional yacht broker and captain in the marine industry my entire life. My wife Jackie and I have been searching for an Offshore 48' or 54' or similar pilothouse motoryacht or trawler for the past 3 months and have not had any success to date! We recently purchased a 3 bedroom condo at the Harborage Marina in Stuart FL and have a 55' x 19' slip! We also have our home on the Severn river in Annapolis. We are reaching out to see if this forum can help us find a yacht that is well maintained and ready to be sold as we are ready to sell our 38' Pacific Seacraft fast trawler and get this elusive 2-3 cabin yacht!! Thanks for the moment , John and Jackie Kaiser Yacht "Jacqueline". Annapolis/Stuart  

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Good morning John,

"Well, the buyers’ check has cleared into my checking account, so it would appear that our endeavor to sell my boat is now concluded.

I want to take a moment and reflect on how appreciative I am of working with you. You were terrific. You promptly answered all of my questions; you followed up on the myriad of tasks that needed to be done; you prodded me when I needed prodding; and you were consistently optimistic throughout the whole process. 

Thank you for being such an invaluable partner".

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 2013 42' Lyman-Morse Monhegan "Peregrine"

"Of all the boats I have bought or sold, my semi-custom Lyman-Morse 42’ “Peregrine” was one of the most challenging to sell. 

Finding the right buyer that appreciated the tireless months of planning her construction, inventory, power systems and spectacular resulting yacht, took over a year to achieve. 

Yet, by selecting an independent brokerage agent that would work closely with my full time Captain and myself and outside brokerage companies, proved to be the correct path to success. 

I would highly recommend John Kaiser of Yacht View Brokerage LLC in Annapolis."

Daniel R. Tishman

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2006 Eastbay 47' "Bon Temps" 

Over the past 12 years my wife and I have bought three and sold two boats through John Kaiser. In each instance John has absolutely represented our best interest and has displayed a level of integrity and professionalism not often found in his industry.

In our latest quest, John helped us identify our “one day boat”, a 47’ Grand Banks Eastbay. After scouting the local area with no success, John found her in Maine. My schedule did not allow for me to travel to the boat, so John went on my behalf. In addition to negotiating an offer, he arranged for a marine surveyor, an engine surveyor, and met with her full time captain, all while communicating his findings with me. Bottom line was, John bought the boat without my wife nor I laying eyes on her. A week later, and after retaining her captain, our “dream boat”, the BON TEMPS, pulled into the mouth of the Severn.

Whether we’ll ever sell her remains to be seen. One thing is certain however, I will never sell or buy another boat without John representing our behalf.

Otis and Jeannine Dufrene 

Crownsville, MD (29' Blackfin, 34' Mainship Rum Runner, 47' Eastbay Flybridge)  

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Grand Banks 36' Classic 

After my husband passed away last October, I knew I needed to sell our Grand Banks cruising trawler. I considered five brokers based on acquaintances’ suggestions. One stood out dramatically.

All brokers--except John--described all the steps I had to take and expenses I’d incur when I listed my boat with them, e.g. hiring a captain to bring it to their yard, pulling the boat, putting it on the hard (mandatory), covering routine cleanings, etc. Each step entailed not insignificant expense. Furthermore, prospective buyers would also incur significant expense to experience the boat on the water.

John, on the other hand, would captain the boat himself from my marina to his own docks, keep the boat on his docks during all reasonable weather, look after the boat daily, have a professional crew clean the boat regularly and even address minor items himself—all with no expenditure on my part! Plus the boat would be in the water so that John could conveniently take interested parties out for test spins without cost to them.

What a difference!

During my initial conversation with John, he was obviously eager to see the boat and take steps to list it right away. He immediately visited the boat and, with my permission, took numerous photographs before he was even granted the listing. (John’s a professional photographer, so the photos were of excellent quality.) By now, John’s exceptional proactivism, professionalism, knowledge, resourcefulness and customer service were clearly evident.

The decision was easy. The next afternoon I met John to sign a simple, straightforward listing contract. A comprehensive listing, including scores of photos, was up on the web that very night.

In less than week, John had identified a buyer. He then shepherded us through a gentle negotiation process, and we had a contract within a couple of days. We closed less than three weeks later, all parties involved utterly pleased with the transaction.

To top it off, John has a wonderfully pleasant personality that reassures and instills trust. He’s a joy to be around.

As yacht brokers go, John Kaiser is in a class by himself. What could have been an expensive, protracted selling process was instead an entirely quick and pleasant one. He shielded me from the typical headaches and expenses entailed in selling a yacht.

Bottom line: John Kaiser gets amazing results with a minimum of red tape and outlay to both seller and buyer. Do yourself a huge favor and talk with John about selling your boat. Compare his approach to the more typical selling process; the difference will be obvious. You will go with John and be really glad you did.

-Charlotte Featherstone, Annapolis, MD.  

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1998 405 Carver

 If you are a boat owner who is serious about selling your boat – then John Kaiser is the broker who can get it done for you. John sold my Carver 405 in a short period of time using a “holistic” approach.

John is an expert at configuring every aspect of the boats presentation. He assessed my boat for its strong points - made recommendations on addressing cosmetic issues that would generate increased interest – took a ton of photos to show every aspect of the boat – researched similar sales to determine a fair market value – and marketed it via several mediums. That was just the beginning.

He monitored web hits on a daily/weekly basis to measure interest – openly encouraged shoppers to make an offer by email or phone, no contract needed to get the ball rolling – showed the boat on a moment’s notice - and provided demo rides to those with serious interest.

Communication is everything with John. We touched based several times a week. To me – it felt like my boat was the only one that he was representing.

He replied to my emails and voicemail messages within minutes but most of the time he either answered the phone or called me after reading my email question to better explain the issue. This is no exaggeration – John lives and breathes selling boats…AND…he made the process very easy for both me and the buyer. John is extremely well informed about the boat market and knows all the aspects of what it takes to get a boat sold. John never stopped selling my boat.

If you want a knowledgeable, calm, balanced, focused broker who can get your boat sold – then John is your man with the plan.

OWNERS: Glen D and Marie K Baltimore, MD (1998 405 Carver)   

  2005 Nordic 42' "Joy Girl"

If your looking for a good Broker, read on...  

Back when we were looking to purchase a boat for the Great Loop we met John Kaiser. Although the boat he had listed did not turn out to be the one for us, we were very impressed by his honesty, integrity, and his "all around good guy” ways.  After we finished our Great Loop and it came time to sell our boat, we remembered John and knew we wanted him to represent our vessel.

Our experience turned out to be all that we had hoped for. He came to our rescue by moving our boat from Hilton Head, SC to his place in Annapolis when Covid hit in March and a dying father-in-law kept us from doing it ourselves. 

Throughout the time she was on the market, John not only kept our boat at his private dock for no charge, he also kept her clean, charged and ready to show at all times. During this unprecedented time, we appreciated his understanding of the market, his patience, his marketing efforts, and his boating knowledge. We highly recommend John Kaiser.

Craig & Niki Kozak

Nordic Tug 42 “Joy Girl”

Mainship 34' Hardtop "Mazie C"

 John, now that I’ve successfully navigated the first 1,758 miles of the “Great Loop” and brought the “Mazie C.” from Annapolis, MD to her new Home Port here in Chicago, IL I’d like to take a moment to express my enormous gratitude for the incredible brokerage service and “above and beyond” support you provided over the past several months. Where do I begin . . .

When I came to Annapolis last November, I had just left a failed negotiation to purchase another boat and decided to stop for a cup of coffee along the downtown wharf and just “chill out” for a moment. I picked up my cell phone and casually browsed over Yachtworld when I saw your listing for a 2001 Mainship 34 Pilot Sedan located in Annapolis. I called your office and got the contact information for the owner, Ted Edmunds, who as it turned out was sitting on the boat and said to come on over to take a look. Two hours later, he accepted my purchase offer and this is when things went into “Hyper-Drive”! Naturally, the offer was contingent on a qualified survey, sea trial and short-haul to confirm the condition of the boat. Somehow, you arranged for all of this to take place in an amazing span of time . . . Literally, in less than a 24-hour period!!! But this isn’t the end to the story . . .

Subsequently, you helped me to successfully secure winter storage for the boat in Crownsville, MD at Smith’s Marina, you put me in touch with someone to take care of updating the documentation and title search, you helped me find a resource to address a couple of repairs I wished to be done, and you offered to berth the boat for 5 weeks at your own personal dock in the Spring. John, I’ve purchased/owned many, many boats over a 50+ year period of time, but I’ve never received this kind of support from a broker (or anyone else for that matter). Somehow, “Thank you” doesn’t seem to be enough . . .  

2014 234 Mako CC 

I highly recommend listing your boat with John. His service is best in class. I didn't have to lift a finger. He saw to every aspect of the process. We had multiple offers and the closing process was fast and easy. I really can't say enough about John and how easy he made the entire process. He's got integrity, knows the business inside and out, and is an excellent communicator. You'll be in good hands if you list your boat with John. 

- Michael Port 10/1/2020

  NY Times & WSJ bestselling author of 8 books including Book Yourself Solid 

  

  2017 Cutwater LX 28'   "Mojo"

John Kaiser has been of enormous help to me over the last six months. He sold two boats for me and helped me buy another. He is very competent and thorough in every aspect of the various transactions that are part of a sale or purchase, but he provides much more than that. I just felt comfortable trusting him to operate in my best interest. My trusting him was completely validated. John is a relationship guy. Helping his customers is what he is all about. For me, he advised and helped with the little maintenance issues that made my two boats faster and easier to sell. John also has long standing and wide-ranging connections with people all over the country. The person who bought my Duffy Electric Boat drove all the way from California to Maryland to get it. It might be awhile before I buy or sell another boat, but when that time comes, I will certainly rely upon John again.

Mark Kiefaber

Annapolis, MD

 I recently sold my boat through John Kaiser and Yacht View Brokerage, LLC. She was a retro fitted 1970 Charley Morgan 38'. Because I was employed as a yacht broker in Annapolis, I was well aware that my boat would be competing for the time of any broker I listed it with. At the recommendation of another "high end" brokerage firm I called both John and another brokerage firm who understood the value of older upgraded yachts. John responded by looking at my boat that very day I and came back to me with a listing price that was fair based upon current market conditions. The other broker, while interested needed more time to come up with a price. I went ahead and gave John the listing and by the next business day my boat was listed on Yacht world and under contract the following day....this all occurred over a three day period.

John provided invaluable assistance in sorting out several minor mechanical problems with qualified tradesmen prior to the survey scheduled for the following week. John's timeliness, understanding of the market and all around efforts afforded a satisfied seller and an appreciative happy buyer.

David Blocker, Annapolis MD (1970 38' Morgan)  

 I first met John Kaiser in August of 2005. I came to look at a Cape Dory 30 motorsailer that John had listed. The boat was at his dock on the Severn River. At that time John was living in a FEMA trailer as Hurricane Isabel had flooded his dock home. After I purchased the boat I kept it at John’s dock for several weeks as I got the boat ready to move to my marina where my 32’ Pearson sailboat had resided. I then listed my Pearson 32' with Yacht View Brokerage and brought her to John’s dock and spent a couple of more weeks getting the Pearson ready for sale. So in the summer of 2005 I spent a considerable amount of time at John’s place on the Severn River. All thru this period I had an open invitation to participate in the various social activities that were a regular occurrence at John’s place. In less than 2 months John had successfully sold my Pearson!

In the fall of 2006 I fulfilled a longstanding ambition and took the Cape Dory motorsailer down the ICW heading for the Florida Keys, Due to a late season hurricane and pressures from family and job I terminated the trip at Dinner Key in Miami. At that time I had decided for various reasons that I wasn’t going to bring the boat back up the ICW and I needed to find a place in Florida to keep the boat while putting it up for sale. The first person I thought of for assistance was John Kaiser and John came thru finding dockage for me in Fort Lauderdale and shortly thereafter finding a buyer.

After being a non-boat owner for several years I decided this spring to get back on the water and with John as my broker located and eventually purchased a 28’ Cape Dory trawler. Throughout the negotiations John worked extensively with the seller’s broker in Maine, the hull surveyor, and an engine surveyor. When an issue with the engine came up John made arrangements for one of the top diesel mechanics in Annapolis to check the engine. John also put me in touch with his various contacts in the boating business in Annapolis so that I was able to complete the purchase in a very efficient manner.

The bottom line is I have purchased two boats and sold two boats thru John and during the process I have come to consider John as a friend rather than just a boat broker.

Falk Kantor (Purchased Cape Dory 28' Trawler)  

 36' Monk Trawler

Things have been pretty hectic with us since the boat was sold (bath remodeling, Watermark vessel training, etc.) and we are remiss in thanking you for your help in selling our boat.

The use of your dock while getting the boat cleaned up and providing easy access for viewing, having the boat washed prior to the showings, and keeping us appraised of contact hits exceeded our expectations for the overall experience of getting our boat sold. We have bought and sold several boats over the years and this was - by far - our best "Brokerage" experience.

Thank you very much for your service!

Best regards, Gerry & Linda Etzold  

2005 37' Nordic Tug 

After a lifetime of dealing with salesmen/brokers and managers, John Kaiser was without a doubt "Saving the best for last!" From the beginning of our association with John, it was the start of smooth sailing ahead. He'd seen our boat, on the hard, with a for-sale sign in the window, and he called. In our retirement we have learned to hang up on a lot of those "want your business" callers yet John had a sincerity about him that caught our attention. When the time came for us to get serious about selling out Nordic, we remembered John. But we'd lost his number. So strong was the impression he had made, that we began making inquires at our marina about who had used that young man from Annapolis and we reconnected. John had our boat sold in 3 1/2 months. His web site and the pictures he took of our Nordic made us almost want to keep her ourselves. Each dealing with John was smooth, direct, persistent and determined. We never doubted for one second the fact that we had the right broker for the sale of our precious baby! John is dedicated, competent, persistent, honest and it was a pleasure to work with him. If 5 stars are the best - - John gets 10 in our book. Regards, Jean & Ron 

1989 36' Grand Banks Classic 

When we decided to list our 1989 36' Grand Banks Classic Trawler a good friend highly recommended that we consider John Kaiser as our yacht broker, as she had used him to sell her trawler with excellent results. We did and never regretted it for a moment! Right from the beginning he was very proactive and professional! He provided us with lots of information about similar boats that had sold and ones that were on the market, to help us decide on an asking price. The listing he did of our boat on his web site, Yachtview.com was very nicely done, including over 150 photos he had taken of "Sunrise". During the process he kept in close contact over the phone to keep us appraised of feedback from potential buyers. He also ran ads showing our boat in two boating magazines: Soundings and Chesapeake Bay Magazine.

We met John on July 23, 2013 and in just over two months our trawler was sold! We couldn't have asked for a more positive experience. Thank you John!

Linda Allen Former Secretary of the Chesapeake Bay Grand Banks Owners Assn.  

38' Helmsman Trawler

 If time, patience, understanding and knowledge are the elements through which quality is developed, John Kaiser has proved himself as one of the best boat brokers in the industry.

I met John almost 25 years ago when he introduced his unique approach selling boats with the introduction to Yacht View Brokerage, the name of the company he started in 1988. With the use of sometimes 100's of well choreographed photos, John believes that more is better when it comes to informing his Buying audience. Coupled with the photo technique is his nearly 24/7 phone access. The Value of this photo-teach, open phone method is proven by his success as a yacht broker.

Over the years, John has worked with me through the purchase and sale of seven boats, each one of which , I believe, tested the qualities to which I refer. The sale of my last two boats over the past several years and the events following is an excellent example.

The first of these two boats was a very unique, fiberglass lap-strake, canoe stern, motor sailor built in Finland. She was a diamond in the rough and I spent the next year, with John encouragement and advice, turning her into the diamond she was! When it came time to sell her, John drove the hard 12 hours from Annapolis to Boothbay, Maine, got on the boat and took hundreds of photos featuring every aspect of the boat....even underway! That effort and those pictures sold my boat very quickly. I then found a Lord Nelson Victory Tug in Thomaston, Maine which is even further down east from Boothbay, and when it came time for Sea Trials John was there only to find out it was not the right boat for me! Shortly thereafter, I found an Eagle 32' Trawler in Tennessee. I flew to Annapolis and drove the 10 hours with John (doing business on the phone much of that time) to ultimately buy this boat...a success for me and Yacht View Brokerage!

My wife and I had long planned for a trip on our new boat after her retirement in May of 2014, and we rented our house, moved on to our new boat and set off south in search of a place to settle. As we traveled we began to feel the the tight quarters of 32 feet, and by the time we reached Punta Gorda my wife began looking in YachtWorld.com for a boat that might provide more space and comfort. And she sure did find one... A Mariner Seville which is a beautiful 37 foot pilothouse trawler. Once again we immediately called our friend John who said if we were serious about this new boat (which we were). Once again, John Kaiser went way beyond what one would expect. He came to our boat in Punta Gorda, took almost 100 pictures, went to his hotel room that night and put our boat on YachtWorld. The NEXT DAY when we went to see the survey of the new boat, John presented us with a cash offer for our Eagle Trawler!!! Needless-to-say this extraordinary effort made our purchase and transition to a new boat a painless and wonderful event. Definitely a win, win for everybody, including John Kaiser and Yacht View Brokerage.

John's love of what he does is felt almost immediately when you meet him. He loves boats, he loves his job selling them and he shares that love with those with whom he shares his profession. I am fortunate to be one of those.

Eric and Bridgett Traphagen, Boothbay, ME.  

 Last Fall I had the joyful experience of buying the boat of my dreams from John Kaiser in Crownsville MD. I live in Brooklyn NY, but the trips to complete the purchase from John were well worth it. Any large purchase can be anxiety provoking, but John is so knowledgeable and helpful that even my wife was relaxed. John was able to arrange for an excellent marine surveyor to inspect the boat and was generous with his time as well as his advice. There were a couple of things on the boat that needed to be fixed or replaced and John took care of them quickly and without objection. After the boat was launched this spring John allowed me to dock it at his dock until we were ready to take it back to NY. He helped us get all of the systems up and running, since we were unfamiliar with the boat. My recommendation is if you are looking to buy a boat and can at all get yourself to Crownsville, buy the boat from John Kaiser.

Merny Schwartz Brooklyn, New York  

2006 34' Mainship Pilot Sedan

Note from BUYER: 

John, Thank you for making our buying experience so smooth. Your knowledge of the yacht industry, knowing who to go to for answers and logistical matters, cooperation, and incredible hospitality. Moreover, we remain friends. Please pass this on and I would be glad to entertain any calls from your clients. Thanks again, Don Charland, October 8, 2016 Note from SELLER: John Kaiser, Jr. just sold my 2006 Mainship Pilot Sedan in 20 days! The whole process was seamless.

I had thought about putting my boat up for sale a year ago, however, I decided I didn’t want to be bothered with leaving the boat spotless, going on sea trials, dealing with “fender kickers,” and handling all the intricacies that go along with selling a boat.

This August I was drawn to the Yacht View ad in Chesapeake Bay Magazine which led me to the Yacht View web site. I was very impressed when I read great reviews about John and his work ethic. The comments highlight how he assists his clients in every way to buy and sell their boats. I called John and after an assuring conversation, I felt comfortable listing “Chesapeake” with him. On day one he visited the boat, photographed it, and placed photos with an excellent description on the web. During the week he captained the boat from my marina to his scenic home dock to showcase it. There was immediate interest in the boat and a couple from North Carolina came to view the boat. John arranged for their visit including providing housing at his property, doing the sea trial, and taking them and the boat for the survey at a nearby marina. This led to a signed letter of acceptance- purchase agreement. All paper work was sent electronically for signature by the buyer and me. The proceeds from the sale were wired directly to my bank account.

From start to finish John kept in touch with me, had the boat washed, and had his mechanic do a miner repair. From beginning to end, I did nothing! John Kaiser, Jr. is truly a professional and I highly recommend him.

Charles Rosensweig Frederick, Maryland  

7M Wajer Watercraft

 John Kaiser Jr. is a true professional in his profession. John made the whole transition actually very enjoyable and every detail he had listed on this stunning 7M Wajer Captains Launch was even better to see for myself in person.

I made the trip from Tallahassee FL to Maryland to look at this beauty and i couldn't be more pleased with my purchase. When i left Maryland with my vessel in tow I felt as i didn't just buy a boat but i met a very trusting man that loves what he does and does it with a high level of confidence, knowledge and pride.

If you're looking for a Broker that is a straight shooter, honest and is with you every step of the purchasing process then I highly recommend John Kaiser Jr.@ Yacht View Brokerage.

Skip Shiver Apalachicola,Fl 10/24/2016  

2006 42' Nordic Tug

 SELLER: Nick Cannistraro “John: Here goes: I am a happy and satisfied customer of John Kaiser and Yacht View Brokerage LLC. He took over my Nordic Tugs 42’ as broker from another broker who had the listing unsuccessfully for over a year. Kaiser provided his full attention and service for the two months he had the listing by personally delivering her from Rock Hall MD to his complimentary dockage on the Severn river, having her hauled, bottom painted and pre-Sale Surveyed to make sure we had her maintenance and details ready for her next buyer! He quickly attracted 2 offers and she was SOLD! “  

Nicholas Cannistrano

Annapolis MD

36' Restored Marine Trader 

 SELLERS: George & Mary Read “John Kaiser of Yacht View Brokerage LLC has both sold a boat for us and sold a boat to us in less than 2 months in 2017! When we were ready to part with our boat, he was very helpful in giving us the buyer’s perspective and advised us about what we needed to do to make our boat as attractive as possible. We sold our restored Marine Trader to the first interested buyer in one day and settled our Nordic purchase, all in less than 60 days! We would highly recommend John Kaiser to all that want to sell their yachts quickly and to the right Buyer!”  

George and Mary Reed

Hilton Head SC

2011 39' Nordic Tug "Salty Dog" 

After 38 years of buying & selling numerous boats, attending several dozens of boat shows, talking and dreaming boats to anyone that listened, and meeting way too many bad boat salespeople, we have finally met a broker that really stands out in a crowd. John Kaiser exemplifies all the great characteristics that most boat brokers seldom possess. I guess we saved the best for last when we met John and asked him to help us find and settle on our most recent purchase a 2011 39' Nordic Tug. John made 1 trip to Florida and 3 trips to Connecticut with us. Very positive and creative but most importantly John is always fun to work with. John even contacted every broker that sold a 39' Kadey-Krogen within the last 10 years trying to find us one when none were listed. Proactive and always looking for alternatives when things were down. John even gave up some of his commission to help overcome an obstacle to closing the deal. We said this is our last boat but guaranteed if we ever buy or sell another boat John Kaiser is our man. Thank you John for making this process so rewarding and enjoyable ! We expect to see you for Thanksgiving if not before.

Greg & Elaine Clement 2011 39' Nordic Tug Hull # 217 Salty Dog 6/15/2018  

Outside Referrals

Additional information.

  If you would like to be pre-qualified for marine financing, please contact each of the following Marine finance representatives for a competitive quote. All lenders are locally based in the Annapolis area and offer slightly different programs and rates based on your specific needs and credit history. Remember, many boats qualify as second home mortgage deductions and many times you may incorporate your state's "Use Tax" into the loan! 

I would highly recommend the following lenders: 

Laurie Kiser @ 443-223-8425 [email protected]

Dave Trostle @ 410.268.1545 [email protected] ,

Jane Tayman @ (888) 386-3121 [email protected]  

(These professionals will pre-qualify your financing needs to prepare your budget for your yacht purchase. Be certain to let them know I referred you!) 

For your Marine Insurance I would highly recommend:

Laura Kellner @ 410-224-2664 or direct at 410-349-5099 Email: [email protected]  

Al Golden, President & Agent @ 800-541-4647 [email protected]  

Feel free to interview these local Marine Surveyors I have worked with for many years: 

 Todd Taylor Marine Surveyor, www.toddttayloryachtsurvey.com 410-725-1641 Reno Panico, Atlantic Seaboard Marine Surveyors, 301-807-7593, Tarn Kelsey, Kelsey Marine Survey, 410-353-3822, Jim McGlincy of Bay Shore Marine Surveys @ 410-808-3849. Also contact www.marinesurvey.org for a complete list of SAMS or www.namsglobal.org for NAMS surveyors nationwide.  

Local Yacht Detailing and management: 

Williams Yacht Management Company @ www.wymltd.com Email: [email protected] 410-268-1634 

Local Mobile Interior and Cushion Cleaning: Annapolis ChemDry, "Josh" @ 410-255-8200.  

Local Marine Service on Systems, electronic and general repair : 

Steve Catz @ 410-231-3191 or his web site @ www.stevesmarineservice.com

Patrick at Marine Electric Systems @ 443-790-5783 or [email protected]  

Local Marina: 

Smiths Marina, www.smithsmarina.com Crownsville, MD. 35T travel lift, excellent service including fiberglass repair, bottom service and land/water storage. Rick or Valerie Smith, 410-923-3444.  

Local Marine Mechanics, both gas and diesel: 

Ken Navis/Severn River Marine Services @ 410-923-1373

Jeff Leitch/Kim Starr/Bay Shore Marine Engine Service/ www.bayshoremarineengines.com @ 410-263-8370   

John Kaiser Jr. 

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Exiled russian oligarch’s 257’ superyacht amaryllis seen towed through palm beach.

The Amaryllis being towed past the former mansion of Henry Flagler, built in 1902

By John Jannarone and Alan Hatfield

The 257’ superyacht Amaryllis apparently owned by exiled Russian oligarch Andrey Borodin was towed past Palm Beach, FL on Friday morning, according to a visual account by CorpGov .

The yacht, whose owner is frequently cited as Mr. Borodin by enthusiast publications, moved slowly through the Lake Worth lagoon where bridges were raised for its passage. A towboat with flashing lights about 150 feet ahead pulled the Amaryllis , built by German shipyard Abeking & Rasmussen in 2011.

While CorpGov could not officially confirm Mr. Borodin as the owner of the vessel, his wife, socialite Tatiana Korsakova, has posted dozens of Instagram photos and videos aboard the Amaryllis. A yacht broker interviewed by CorpGov confirmed that Ms. Korsakova is indeed aboard the Amaryllis in the photos and videos.

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tatiana Korsakova (@tati_vk)

The sighting comes as billions of dollars in Russian-owned yachts have been seized around the world as a result of international sanctions. CNN has published an extensive list of seized vessels, which were taken in harbor cities including Mallorca, Spain and London.

However, it is unclear if the Amaryllis was being seized or voluntarily towed. Very large yachts often choose to be towed because bridges are required to raise for them, according to the yacht broker.

The former Bank of Moscow chief was granted political asylum in the UK in February 2013 after fleeing what he alleged to be politically-motivated fraud and embezzlement charges. Mr. Borodin would go on to be tried and convicted in abstentia in Russian Court in 2018, but not before managing to enlist a number of prominent American lawmakers to lobby Washington for a U.S. visa. Despite Russian extradition requests to the UK government, Borodin’s controversial attempts to make large donations to the NHS, and the uncovering of an assassination plot against his life, the fugitive banker remains overseas, having been granted access to his Swiss bank accounts and having made several notable London real estate purchases during his time in exile.

Mr. Borodin is widely listed as a billionaire, but his total wealth remains difficult to confirm accurately, with the governments of Switzerland and the Bahamas having been asked to help the Russian government in its legal case. In 2012, Borodin purchased the UK’s then-most expensive home, an 80-hectare 18th-century estate in Oxfordshire, for upwards of $217 million. In 2017 he was granted access to personal Swiss accounts holding a reported $378 million. The Amaryllis was purchased for a reported $120 million.

Mr. Borodin did not immediately respond to an emailed query from CorpGov , while the FBI declined to comment. An emailed query to The Department of Homeland Security was not returned.

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