Stewart G. - Seller of Bristol Channel Cutter 28
When I sold my boat through David Walters Yachts it was a first for me. Little did I know the hoops I was going to jump through. Some of them were on fire. My broker Derek Jarvis, stood steadfastly ...
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William T. - DeFever 53 Buyer | David Walters Yachts
I have been a real estate broker for 30 years. I know how customers and clients need to be handled. This was a difficult deal due to an unscrupulous surveyor I unknowingly hired. Erik hung in there ...
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Sabreline 42 - Seller, Robert W.
John was outstanding as usual & extremely helpful throughout the process. His advice on pricing, boat prep and negotiating was spot on. Throughout the years John is our “go to “ guy
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Freedom 45 - Buyer C.Ogden
Marty was excellent, enjoyed time with him and he was spot on with all his estimations and advice.
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Italia Yachts 11.98 - Buyer T.Eslinger
In addition to being very responsive to questions, Erik is very knowledgeable on both the product, sailboats and sailboat racing.
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Hylas 45.5 - Seller S.Pineault
I selected Drew because he was the broker who sold another Hylas 45.5 and because he was located near my boat. Within a few days I realized I had chosen the right person to assist me in selling my ...
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Italia Yachts 9.98 - Buyer C.Stormes
Erik was excellent to work with. From our first conversation throughout the process to close, Erik was available, conscientious, and knowledgeable. He couldn't have been more helpful in answering my ...
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Jeff and Shelby Fautt - Owners of Jeanneau 409
We bought our first sale boat from John. We had only sailed a few times and fell in love with being on the water. We test drove many boats but John helped us select the right size for us and our ...
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Jim & Heather Barrett - Buyers of Valiant 42
I wanted to recognize the outstanding service that Bernie Jakits provided (and still is providing). The term “service” doesn’t justify or explain how Bernie engages with us. From the first moment we ...
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Joshua from Annapolis - Buyer of Catalina 42
John helped me realize what I most needed in a yacht and gave quality advice through the entire purchasing process. I'd work with him again and have recommended him to my friends.
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Paul March - Seller of Silverton 40
In the past I have dealt with bad brokers. People who missed appointments, lied, etc. John is a real gem. Honest, friendly and a great source of knowledge.
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Don Ellis - Owner of Jeanneau 39i
I met John Kuony in 2007 in San Francisco as I started my search for my first sailboat. I knew nothing other than the basics learned in 3 sailing certifications at a local sailing school. I feel ...
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Paul Baker - Seller of Mainship 390
Larry Pringle was very helpful from day 1. He made suggestions on what would help the boat sell. He kept me in the loop regarding where we were at with offers and the final sale. He is also a captain ...
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Jeff Sherwood seller of Hylas 54 "Sirius"
Erik was very knowledgeable and objective about the issues related to selling our boat. From our first exposure to him, he identified needs in a very professional manner and maintained that manner ...
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John Crispin - Seller of Cabo Rico 38 "Perspective"
The best testimonial I have for George is that we will be using him as a buyers agent for our next boat. Very professional.
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Marcia & Rob Brown - Buyers of Able Apogee 50 'Cadence'
"Dear Kate & Bernie - Thank you for showering us with gifts in honor of our wedding! Every boat needs a bosun's chair! We had a lovely month long honeymoon on Cadence. Thank you for helping us ...
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Breach Kauffman - Buyer of Symbol 47
George was efficient, truthful, did a good job for both the buyer and seller
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Jim Bertlett & Denise Elliot - Buyers of Hylas 44
Dear Bernie & Diane: Many thanks to you for helping us locate & purchase our beautiful Hylas 44, formerly known as "First Edition". You both helped make sure the process was easy & right ...
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Giga & Skip Smith - Sellers of Gulfstar 44 Motor Yacht
We were extremely pleased with how John managed our boat listing and sale from the very beginning. He had excellent communication with us, the buyers and followed through with issues immediately. We ...
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Mario & Jadiza - Buyers of Morgan 51
I would like to express my gratitude for the services of Captain Derek Jarvis during the recent trip from Georgetown in Bahamas to Linton Bay Marina in Panama. Captain Derek got us through safely. He ...
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Jon Edwards - Seller of Nordic Tug 34
I chose Bernie Jakits and his support staff in Annapolis to represent me when I bought a Nordic Tug and then returned to Bernie again when life's surprises unexpectedly made me have to sell her a few ...
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Michael Pietro - Seller of Bristol Channel Cutter 28
Bernie is extremely knowledgeable and a real resource regarding the BCC I was interested in. He went out of his way to help me get the boat of my dreams. Very honest and hard working.
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William Andrews and Vicky Carwein - Sellers of Malcolm Tennant 55
We write to share our past and recent experience with Mr. Randy Greenfield, Senior Yacht Broker, and express our highest regard for his handling of the sale last week of “WineR”, 55’ power catamaran. ...
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Paul Koch - Seller of Freedom 35
John Osetek is great. I've known him in passing for many years but this was the first time I needed him professionally. I decided to sell my boat in the fall and I called him wondering if we should ...
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Sylvia & Bill Mueller - Seller of Custom FD12
We just wanted to give Bernie Jakits the kudos he deserves for selling our sailboat Eos, a custom FD-12. He was very up front with us on the difficulty of finding a buyer for a one-off, owner ...
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Bruce and LaRae Brown - Owners of Navigator 51
My wife and I decided we wanted to spend time in our retirement cruising. We knew we were not interested in sailing andwere looking for something large enough for my wife to live on during the last ...
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Jim and Ann Dugan - Sellers of Bristol 51
Bernie, Ann and I wish to thank you for all your efforts, time and devotion that you put into selling our Bristol 51’ sailboat. As you know the first two sales fell through. However you stayed with ...
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Mario Cezary Pyzik - Buyer of Morgan 51
Derek was fantastic. We were soooo lucky, we got seller who was honest and a gentleman and we got Derek who was very professional, efficient and honest broker !!!! Despite the fact that he was ...
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Tom Eslinger - Seller of Jeanneau 45 Sea Rose
Transaction was 100% as promised couldn’t ask for anything more in a large transaction such as this. Exceeded Expectations. -Tom Eslinger
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Tony & Jill Cunningham - Sellers of Hylas 46 NYCHEA
"We would like to record our heartfelt thanks for the assistance Randy has given to make this happen. With COVID restrictions making it very difficult for us to give the normal assistance to Randy, ...
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Carolyn and John Sabol - Buyers of Nordic Tug 37
Dear Bernie, Thank you for helping us find our Nordic Tug "Mystic," and especially for mentoring us in support of our boating adventures after the sale. From the moment of our first conversation, we ...
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Gary Nackman - Seller of Bristol 43.3 Blue Note
George was a tremendous asset in the sale of my boat and in the purchase of my new boat. As a knowledgeable broker, he was able to explain the process and gave realistic advice.
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Scott Thomas - Seller of Island Packet 485 Rula Bula
Larry had the perfect temperament, experience and integrity. A win-win combination.
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Jake Jacobsen - Buyer of Alerion 28
We have worked with John on 4 transactions. He is the best at getting deals done in the most professional and delightful way. I highly recommend John.
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Brian Coyle - Seller of Beneteau 49 "Second Star"
Thank you for your work on this closing Amanda, and George...you really did a wonderful job as a broker and consultant during this whole process. Your insights and work to ensure our boat Second Star ...
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Shiela & Tom Boyce - Buyers of Cabo Rico 42
George is experienced, knowledgeable, thorough, careful, fair and very nice. We enjoyed working with him, and would work with him again.
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Richard Dallett - Seller of Block Island 40
Larry was very professional, responsive, good common sense & knowledgeable about sailboats.
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Mark Hoefnagel - Buyer of Hylas 54
I was most impressed by his always responding promptly. But more fundamentally, he listened and went the extra mile to ensure that our needs were being met. He understood the obstacles we as buyers ...
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Lynn & Peter Forgosh - Sellers of Hylas 44 "First Edition"
Bernie: Thank You. You are incredibly good at what you do. This is very hard for me (Lynn). We took such good care of her. Hoping the new owners get he joy from her that she gave us. We are ...
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Chris Harrell - Buyer of Morgan 60
Extremely knowledgeable and super helpful. I would definitely use him again in the future. We have already told friends and family about Derek and David Walters Yachts. Will definitely be my first ...
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George MacGown - Seller of Hylas 45.5
John Osetek is a nice person. To some that is not so important, but to me, there is no quality more important.
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Tim and Toni Carlton - Owners of Jeanneau 419
I have purchased two sailboats through John and I have experienced excellent professional service on both occasions. The first time a used Hunter 320 in 2006 and more recently a new 2019 Jeanneau Sun ...
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Matthew Barnum buyer of Grand Banks 42
I had been looking at Grand Banks boats for several years, and ultimately saw the boat that I wanted at the right time. I reached out to DWY, and was referred to John Osetek. He was great, asking ...
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Deborah Read Belguendouz - Buyer of Sundeer 64
Lori was awesome! She is an outstanding person and a very knowledgeable and professional broker. Lori helped us every step of the way and was unfailingly kind, thoughtful, thorough and patient.
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Russell Hill - Buyer of Bristol 38.8 "Serendipity"
Erik is exceptionally knowledgeable and really know the boat well. He maintained excellent communication through the process, made somewhat challenging by COVID-19. It was a pleasure to deal with ...
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Mike McShea - Seller of Hylas 54
Josh helped me buy and sell the boat. He's been a true friend and confidante all through the process.
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Jim McDonald - Seller of Bristol 45.5
Derek worked very hard to pull a difficult sale together.
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Gayle & Dan Grant - Buyers of Passport 470 'Lone Star'
Bernie - There are no words to thank you for all you have done for us in acquiring Lone Star! Your willingness to help has been invaluable and we are greatful for it all! You are a wealth of ...
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Mike Kuperberg - Seller of Nordic Tugs 32
We are repeat customers with Randy - which probably says it all. We greatly respect his knowledge and experience in the boat industry. His endearing quality is that he really cares and makes that ...
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Prescott Nicholas - Buyer of Tiara 35
Extremely knowledgeable and trustworthy. It was clear from the beginning that Erik had done His research not only on the vessels we were exploring but also on the needs of our family and how we would ...
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Mike and Val Gerhart - Owners of Caliber 40 LRC Red Sky
Purchasing a boat is more than a financial transaction, it’s also involves emotion. One of those emotions is trust. John developed that with us through communication, diligence & honest concern ...
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Anthony Wetmore buyer of Amel 46
Very pleased to have stumbled across Marty during our visit to the boat show. Very friendly and knowledgeable, and if there was something he didn’t know, he very quickly had an answer for us. He was ...
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Chris Tracey - Seller of Beneteau 461
It has been my good fortune to have met Derek Jarvis a bit over two years ago . I was then in the process of looking to purchase a sailboat and had been looking for several months. I called Denison ...
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Merle and Bonnie Hall - Owners of Jeanneau 49DS
So you want some comments on our experience in working with you: Well, first and foremost, you're a gentleman. You listen, and you are thoughtful and polite and you treat the wife with the same ...
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Bill and Sally Andrew - Owners of Hylas 54
In early 2018 my wife and I worked with John as our buyers broker to purchase a Hylas 54. John had been recommended to us by amutual friend and previous client of John's, and it turned out to be a ...
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Stuart Bass - Seller of Shannon 50 Fascination
George Eberhard is an exceedingly experienced broker with great depth of knowledge. I would recommend him without hesitation for any sailboat transaction.
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JC Veen - Seller of Cobia 28
Of all the many brokers I've dealt with both buying and selling, Larry's the only one I've trusted more than once.
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Lane DeCoster - Seller of Hunter 50 KeiLani
George is the ultimate yacht broker with a passion for creating deals that satisfy both the seller and buyer. COVID-19 was a never-before obstacle that George navigated with ease. Thank you!
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Robb Hudson - Buyer of Morris 46 MOON REACH
Bernie - thank you SO MUCH for helping me making a dream come true. I literally choked up a little bit when the notification came through that the deal was done and I now owned this gorgeous boat! I ...
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Richard Joklik - Buyer of Tartan 40
Bernie helped us clarify our needs, and found us a boat that meets them perfectly. He pre-screened the boat himself before we ever saw it, and he got it just right. We also relied on his advice at ...
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Bob DeVeer - Seller of Stellar 52
Derek was everything you would want in a broker. He was like David Walters in how he treated me. Service oriented, responsive, anticipatory to future needs.
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David Rogers - Seller of Bristol Channel Cutter 28 Loon
Bernie, I am the one to be thanking you. You're a good man and have worked hard to make this happen. You've been very helpful and I couldn't have done it without you.
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Craig Moyer - Buyer of Sabre 38
Marty helped us buy our first yacht and made the process fun, educational and easy. He helped us figure out what we needed based on what we were looking to do. I still call Marty with questions or ...
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Pierre Holstein - Seller of Island Packet 31 Charity
Josh Mclean bends over backward to satisfy both the buyer and the seller. He went out of his way to resolve issues with his own hands, on his free time, despite a pregnant wife waiting for him at ...
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Bill Cote - Seller of Catalina 42 "Sail la Vie"
John is a very knowledgeable guy. I can’t talk about his powerboat knowledge but he sure knows sailboats from stem to stern. John knows how to talk at the right times and, when necessary, to keep his ...
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James Rampe - Seller of Hunter 40.5
Marty is dedicated, knowledgeable, customer oriented, will do anything to help without being over bearing.
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Joe Timney - Buyer of Pursuit 2600
Awesome, knows his subject matter, was friendly, answered questions straight up. Larry followed thru with everything he say he would do. He sure can handle a single screw boat!!! Thank you for the ...
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Dan and Heather Rhodes - Owners of Hunter 50
John Kuony helped to guide us in the purchase of our 50’ sloop. Our first read of him being a trustworthy individual was spot on. He proved his worth in helping us to realize and achieve our cruising ...
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Tim & Laura Nelson - Buyers of Sabre 38 Magic Bus
Laura and I love our passionately cared for Sabre 38 which John guided us to. Purchasing a used sailboat was both exciting and frightening but John sailed us through the process and expertly steered ...
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Taylor Davis - Seller of Shannon 43
Josh went above and beyond the call of duty to help sell our yacht, flying out to the Great Lakes to take pictures and help me deliver her to a marina. He was attentive when it counted and gave sound ...
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Oscar Valdes - Buyer of 2020 Italia Yachts 9.98
Erik is knowledgeable, friendly, willing to search for options to close a deal, follows up after sale; he is a true true professional.
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Dan & Kiersten Broughton Buyers of Hylas 49
"This was our first major boat purchase and it can be a daunting process to say the least. Bernie's industry experience and sailing knowledge gave us the confidence to navigate through the boat ...
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