We recently worked with Chad Robertson in buying our 2014 Princess 56 Fly, and we wanted to share our feedback on the experience with you.  We have been boating for many years, and we have owned five boats before the Princess. So we think it is fair to say that we have some comparative experience with how these transactions can go. Our experience with Chad has been exceptional. He is clearly an expert in the field, and his specific knowledge about this manufacturer, this model, and this individual boat have been impressive. Chad provided extensive guidance and support to us as we worked our way toward making what to us was a major decision and purchase.  He helped us with every step along the way, from determining the best logistics for seeing and evaluating a boat that was 1000 miles away from us during a pandemic, to identifying and working with engine and hull surveyors for us to consider and interview, to moving forward with an offer, to handling the surveys and sea trial, and finally arriving at a deal and completing the transaction. Also, Chad has an extensive network of colleagues in the industry and in the area, and he has been generous in sharing them with us, which has been a great help in handling the multiple arrangements for the boat. Chad’s diligence, attention to detail, and warm and straight-shooting personality made the transaction flow flawlessly, to the point where the process was actually enjoyable. As we’re sure you are well aware, Chad is someone who by his nature will go out of his way to help someone, and that trait has shown through very clearly here. No matter how difficult or trivial our question, and no matter what day or time, Chad has always made himself available to help us.  Even now that the transaction is closed, we are still in close contact with Chad, as he continues to help us with the myriad logistical issues and decisions we have to make as we complete some work on the boat and prepare to have the boat brought up to her new home on the Chesapeake. We feel very fortunate to have been able to work with Chad. We hope this feedback is helpful to you and your firm, and of course we’d be delighted to speak with you, your colleagues, or your clients at any time about our experience.

Blake’s knowledge, dedication and perseverance was outstanding during a long process (due to the pandemic) from my offer to closing. I simply would not be the owner without Blake’s experienced and patient guidance. When I first saw a listing for a Beneteau Swift 52 trawler, I knew I had to act quickly since this model is rarely on the market in the U.S. My research for a yacht broker who knew this model well led to Blake. He sprung into action, drove across Florida to see the boat and provided his assessment that I should make an offer. I fully trusted his judgment. Had I hesitated, I would have lost out. We worked closely together over the next few months to complete the sale and it was a delight to deal with Blake’s knowledge and enthusiasm for boats. My wife and I are thrilled to have a fantastic trawler to thoroughly enjoy exploring the East Coast and beyond, and we have Blake to thank for this.

Tom, Again, congratulations on the deal closing. You achieved an excellent price in a very short time period. Bryn and I know we selected the right person to sell our Back Cove 37. Thank you!

I wanted to reach out to say how happy we were with our yacht broker, Jake Garber. We have used other yacht brokers in the past and were so impressed with his professionalism and kindness. Jake was the perfect combination of aggressive without being pushy. He was so responsive to any concerns we had and we worked together to make the best decisions. It was such a pleasure to work with someone that had our best interest at heart and that was very obvious. I was dead set against listing our Azimut but Jake won us over and I am so glad he did. He was great with a difficult seller (myself) and we couldn’t be happier. You are lucky to have such a great representative of Denison Yachting. I think Jake will have a very long and successful career doing what he obviously loves.