Boat Brokers

Looking for a new or used boat? Working with a knowledgeable Chesapeake Bay area broker can get you aboard the boat of your dreams faster and with far fewer headaches than going through the process on your own. For one, he or she knows what's on the market and where. And given the often customized features on even the most standard one-design boats, a broker is your best bet for matching your want-list to what's available. Even better, you can usually rely on a broker's practiced eye for that "first" survey to determine from the get-go if the boat you're looking at is worth its price tag (and the cost of a professional survey-required by most loan companies). This section was prepared by the marketing department of Chesapeake Bay Magazine.

Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum 213 N. Talbot St. St. Michaels, MD 21663 Contact Name: Lad Mills Phone: 4107454942 Email: lmills@cbmm.org Website: http://www.cbmm.org Lad Mills has been helping people buy and sell boats as the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum's Boat Donations Manager for more than ten years. He has extensive experience working with boats, selling in excess of 110 boats per year, with all proceeds benefitting CBMM. Lad has spent 50+ years in boating, growing up on the Potomac, both sailing and cruising motor boats. He races an old Pearson ensign in St. Michaels’ Wednesday night races and enjoys time with his grandchildren.
Chesapeake Yacht Sales Route 33 & Broad Creek PO Box 775 Deltaville, VA 23043 Contact Name: Lew Grimm Phone: 8047769898 Email: info@cysboats.com Website: http://www.cysboat.com Lew and Onna Grimm own and operate Chesapeake Yacht Sales (CYS) and Deltaville Yachting Center which is located on Broad Creek in Deltaville, VA. New boat lines include CAROLINA CLASSIC, CATALINA YACHTS and MAINSHIP TRAWLERS. CYS also has a large inventory of pre-owned power and sailboats. CYS brokers have an approach that ensures quality service to their customers. Bob Arnett, Carl Hawkins, and Charles Lee provide an enjoyable and professional buying experience.
Clarks Landing Yacht Sales 1442 Ford Road Shady Side, MD 20764 Contact Name: Paul J. Lash Phone: 4108679550 Email: pjlash@clarkslanding.com Website: http://www.clarkslandingsearay.com After a successful 36 year career in medical equipment sales & management with a premium on exceeding customer expectations, I joined Clarks Landing 4 years ago after experience with another boat dealership. My boating background includes a USCG Master license for vessels to 25 tons and some time spent as a Fly Fishing guide. With emphasis on repeat and referral business from satisfied customers, "Clarks Landing is a perfect fit for my business background. We sell fun - which can enhance family lifestyle."
Lippincott Marine 3420 Main Street Grasonville, MD 2163 Contact Name: Ed Carroll, Dir. of Sales & Marketing Phone: 4107081582 Email: lippincott@toad.net Website: http://www.lippincottmarine.com Lippincott combines years of brokerage experience with a 100% customer satisfaction mission. Their convenient location at Exit 42 of Rts. 301/50 southeast of the Kent Narrows Bridge provides maximum exposure to their 75+ yacht inventory. Lippincott specializes in a variety of quality used boats, particularly sportfish, sailboats & trawlers. They are dealers for Mainship Trawlers and Luhrs Sportfishing boats in the Bay region. If you are looking to buy or sell a quality used boat, call Lippincott today.
MarineMax 11000 Pulaski Highway White Marsh, MD 21162 Contact Name: Ed Baldwin Phone: 4107321260 Email: ed.baldwin@marinemax.com Website: http://www.marinemax.com Over 30 years in the marine industry and his experience and knowledge make Ed a valuable asset in selling your boat. Ed works hard for his customers, many of whom become close friends, to list and find quality boats and yachts, while leveraging his industry connections to get results. Give Ed a call today-your experience will be both professional and fun. Discounted rates on dockage are available at Baltimore Marine Center as well as service and parts specials through the Yacht Service Center for clients listing or buying with MarineMax.
MarineMax 11000 Pulaski Highway White Marsh, MD 21162 Contact Name: Steve Zudnak Phone: 4107321260 Email: steve.zudnak@marinemax.com Website: http://www.marinemax.com With MarineMax for over 20 years, Steve is a wealth of knowledge with expertise not only in the brokerage market, but the boating industry in general. Being part of the largest brokerage company in the country, Steve works hard to get only quality listings and leverages his connections in every major boating region including FL, the Great Lakes, and the entire Mid-Atlantic to get you results. Whether you are looking for a new yacht or want to sell your current boat, your experience with Steve will be professional and fun.
McDaniel Yacht Basin 15 Grandview Avenue North East, MD 21901 Contact Name: Bruce Jamison, VP, Sales Manager Phone: 4102878121 Email: bjamison@mcdanielyacht.com Website: http://www.mcdanielyacht.com It's no surprise that Bruce has developed long, cherished friendships with customers since he literally "grew up" in the marine industry working in every area of McDaniel’s prior to his long tenure in the sales department. He truly loves helping buyers make a safe, wise decision about which new or used boat best suits their needs. As Bruce says, "we have one of everything" at McDaniel’s to assist the boater: surveyors, insurance, financing, total maintenance, an award-wining service department and just plain honest advice.
Mears Point Yacht Sales 428 Kent Narrows Way North Grasonville, MD 21638 Contact Name: Mike Sweeney, Partner Phone: 4108278888 Email: mike@mearspoint.com Website: http://www.mearspointyachtsales.com We will buy, sell, trade and invest in "your" boat from two major resort locations that we own, not rent, with over 1,000 slips and full service. Buying or selling with us is a rewarding experience packed with fun and excitement. We have the programs, reputation, advertising and product knowledge to make your sale or purchase memorable. Browsers are always welcome: we are open seven days a week for your convenience. Our business is designed to make life easier for clients resulting in outstanding customer satisfaction. Reach Mike Sweeney 24/7 on his cell.
Norton Yacht Sales 97 Marina Rd (P.O. Box 100) Deltaville, VA 23043 Contact Name: Mike Lynch Phone: 8047769211 Email: mike@nortonyachts.com Website: http://www.nortonyachts.com Mike Lynch has been with Norton Yacht Sales, Inc. for over ten years now, handling all aspects of the boat buying process for Norton's valued customers. Norton's, a third generation business, is one of the world's top Hunter dealers annually in both sales and service, and the Bay's area Jeanneau dealer. NYS offers a large brokerage service for the used market, as well. Come to Deltaville and meet Mike and the NYS team, where our customers come first!
Norton Yacht Sales 97 Marina Rd (P.O. Box 100) Deltaville, VA 23043 Contact Name: Carolyn Norton Schmalenberger Phone: 8047769211 Email: carolyn@nortonyachts.com Website: http://www.nortonyachts.com Carolyn has been in the business of making people’s boat dreams come true for over 28 years, but has been around the boatyard all of her life. Norton's is a third generation family business owned by Carolyn and husband, Ken. In addition to offering exceptional values in new and pre-owned boats, NYS makes sure buyers are comfortable with their purchase. At NYS, buyers can rest easy knowing they are in experienced, capable, and qualified hands. Carolyn and the NYS team want to exceed all purchase expectations!
Norton Yacht Sales 97 Marina Rd (P.O. Box 100) Deltaville, VA 23043 Contact Name: Ken Schmalenberger Phone: 8047769211 Email: ken@nortonyachts.com Website: http://www.nortonyachts.com Ken has over 28 years of sales practice in the marine industry. His knowledge of boat commissioning, boat systems, and skillful boat handling, comes from years of experience. Ken knows what it takes to help put customers at ease and to feel confident before, during, and after the sale. At NYS, customers can rest assured that the quality of service is second to none. Ken and wife, Carolyn enjoy working with and getting to know boaters and welcome each new boater into the NYS extended family.
Oxford Boatyard Yacht Sales 402 East Strand Rd. Oxford, MD 21654 Contact Name: Jim Reynolds Phone: 4102260100 Email: sales@obys.com Website: http://www.obys.com Jim Reynolds came on board in 1999. In 2000 he was the Commodore of the Tred Avon Yacht Club, has been an avid J-boat racer and was in the J-worlds in 2001. He has raced in Bermuda numerous times and has many powerboat deliveries to his credit. He specializes in traditional power yacht and sailboats of all kinds and new boat sales. Jim has sold a number of Sabres and Back Coves through the years and looks forward to working with many more of you in the future.
Sabreline of Annapolis 301 Fourth Street Annapolis, MD 21403 Contact Name: Jim Osborne, Broker Phone: 8772671808 Email: jim@saberlineyachts.com Website: http://www.saberlineyachts.com Jim Osborne directs the Annapolis dealership of Back Cove and Sabre Motor Yachts. Jim is passionate about quality yacht design and detailed construction. His friendly demeanor and extensive knowledge base in both Power and Sail yachts has earned him respect and admiration from customers and fellow marine professionals. In addition to new yachts, he offers a full brokerage service of most Power or Sail. Visit Jim Osborne at Pier 4 Marina on 4th street in Eastport.
The Yacht Center 3116 Main Street Grasonville, MD 21638 Contact Name: Mark Schulstad Phone: 4108279020 Email: mschulstad@theyachtcenteronline.com Website: http://www.theyachtcenteronline.com Mark, whose water gene led him to Annapolis over 25 years ago, considers himself fortunate to live and work in the beautiful surroundings of the Chesapeake. He has travelled around the world and visited some of the most beautiful cruising locations and shipyards to show a client the latest vessel offerings and help them find their next boat or plan their next water destination. Most clients have bought multiple boats and use his expertise to sell or purchase their next dream.
Tri-State Marine 5861 Deal Churchton Rd. Deale, MD 20751 Contact Name: Ron Young Phone: 3012615220 Email: boatron@tristatemarine.com Website: http://www.tristatemarine.com With 25 years selling boats at Tri-State Marine, Ron Young is dedicated to customer service and satisfaction. This is evidenced by his consistent membership in the "Grady-White President's Club" and as a Parker Elite "A" Salesman. "I am very fortunate to work in an industry that allows me to make my customers my friends" says Ron. A life-long boater and fisherman, he enjoys spending time on the boats he sells. Each Grady-White and Parker the Young family has owned provided great memories.
Upper Chesapeake Yacht Sales 23145 Buck Neck Road Chestertown, MD 21620 Contact Name: John Curry Phone: 6102993598 Email: surftuf@aol.com Website: http://www.upperchesapeakeyachtsales.com John Curry has been in the boating industry for over 40 years. A retired VP and GM of a Fortune 500 company, he has owned numerous boats from ski boats, cabin cruisers, and SF convertibles, to large triple engine sport performance boats. His knowledge and personal experience of boats on both sides of the transaction have assisted many boaters in completing a deal. "I have a great passion for boating and the Bay lifestyle, and look forward to continuing to help buyers and sellers achieve their goals in this difficult market." Call John and see what his personal involvement can do for you!
Yacht View Brokerage P.O. Box 4183 Annapolis, MD 21403 Contact Name: John Kaiser Phone: 4109231400 Email: john@yachtview.com Website: http://www.yachtview.com John Kaiser, owner of Yacht View Brokerage, is offering complimentary dockage and weekly professional cleaning for Power and Sailing yachts from 20' to 75', until sold! A USCG 100 Ton Master with 25 years of experience in power and sailing yachts, John has built a strong reputation nationally for excellent service. John’s clients have often purchased multiple boats through him and many have become long time friends. The personal service you will receive from John at Yacht View will bring you and your friends back even in these stressful economic times.