The secret to success; especially if you know what you want to do and where you want to go, is getting in position.
To focus your aspirations and accomplish your goals, it’s easier if you create an end game with a strategy. This plan needs to be activated and followed before age catches up with the time you have left.
The most important part is knowing where you are. Understanding your coordinates enables you to better plot a course to your next destination.
Are we talking about life plans or cruising ambitions? Yes! Both are intertwined if you intend to move forward and take off.
We are seeing more quality listings and downward pressure on prices. The trawler market is opening up, but if you don’t want to miss out then you need to be ready. If you have been waiting for the right opportunity to make a move, your patience may be paying off.
As we enter Q4 and await the results of a leap year election cycle, the JMYS team is extremely optimistic. With preparation, a bit of luck, and a sense of adventure you can set your course in any direction you wish.
Our team of experienced yacht brokers welcome the opportunity to discuss your plans and hope we can help you soon embark in new directions.
On Jeff’s episode of the ShipShape podcast, one of the topics of conversation was his specialty as a trawler broker, and how being an expert in the trawler market has shaped his success and credibility.
After the podcast aired, Charette wrote the following article about his conversation with Jeff – emphasizing the importance of specialization in achieving success in this highly competitive field.
Jeff Merrill became a member of the American Great Loop Cruiser’s Association back in 2014 when he founded JMYS. This association offers wonderful support and resources for people learning about the Great Loop – a continuous waterway journey that spans 6,000 miles throughout 15 states in eastern north America.
JMYS believes in giving back to the power cruising community and supports many associations. To read more about the AGLCA, click the button below!
We want to express our sincere gratitude to Jeff Merrill Yacht Sales for their exceptional support in both buying and selling our 50-foot Nordhavn, Grey Goose. Jeff and his co-broker, John Hoffman, demonstrated a truly professional approach throughout the entire process.
From the moment we started our journey, Jeff was resourceful, realistic, and accommodating. He utilized the latest media and technology to promote the sale, ensuring maximum visibility and interest.
John’s expertise was invaluable; he not only had extensive knowledge about the boat but also provided great insight into the market. His understanding of our needs made the selling process seamless and stress-free.
Overall, our experience with Jeff and John was nothing short of excellent. I highly recommend Jeff Merrill Yacht Sales for anyone looking to buy or sell a yacht. Thank you both for your hard work and dedication!
Thank you Eric, Jeff, Tom, and Susan!
My wife Cathy and I were sailors – until just months ago. We had owned and occasionally lived aboard cruising sailboats for decades. We were even proud owners of a small sailboat dealership, until selling it recently as we navigated towards retirement. Despite our vast boating experience, little of it was under power. But then, almost on a whim, we started looking at boats with big engines. Needless to say, we had to endure the teasing of our sailing friends who insisted in disbelief that were were “going to the dark side.” Indeed, if you’d told us that someday we’d own a boat without a sail, we probably would have just laughed.
Sitting on our Catalina 380 in the San Diego sun one day, Cathy popped the question: “What do you know about trawlers?” (She was looking at an ad for the Nordhavn 40, Limerick, on the JMYS website.) I shared everything I knew: “They’re really cool-looking boats.” So we stared at each other in disbelief as I dialed Jeff Merrill at JMYS Trawler Specialists. Jeff explained that the salesperson was a guy named Eric Bescoby, and he gave me Eric’s cell phone number. Less than 24 hours later were found ourselves standing at the side of m/v Limerick with Eric Bescoby. Of course Cathy and I figured this was just the beginning of a vast, lengthy, tireless process of shopping for a powerboat.
But we were wrong. Limerick, previously owned by Tom and Susan, was breathtaking. It was instantly obvious that they had taken exquisite, loving care of her for many years. Perhaps more importantly, Eric earned our trust as we immediately recognized his knowledge, professionalism, patience, and integrity. Within hours we signed an offer to purchase Limerick at asking price. Trust in Eric made this decision easier than Cathy and I ever could have imagined.
So we closed on Limerick more than four months ago. After all papers were signed and we were Limerick’s proud owners, Eric remained by our side to make sure we were happy and Limerick exceeded all expectations. Eric provided instruction when needed and rolled up his sleeves to help when we asked for practical assistance mastering the intricacies of trawler life.
It’s been more than four months since we closed on Limerick and popped the champagne corks…and everything Eric promised about how much we would love Limerick has come true. Even more impressive, Eric remains available to this day to answer all our questions.
Cathy and I feel so fortunate to have discovered JMYS, Jeff Merrill, Eric Bescoby, and Limerick‘s former owners, Susan and Tom. We know that we will think of them fondly as we cherish many more years on Limerick.
