I have shopped for or purchased more boats than I care to admit and thus dealt with a number of brokers.  There is an inherent conflict of interest when a professional represents both parties involved in a transaction.  This is why purchasing a boat through John was such a unique experience. A broker exists to close sales and John’s professionalism facilitates that end but there was also no question John was equally interested in ensuring the boat was right for us as the buyer and providing frank advice on condition, value and transactional details.

John is refreshingly responsive. This particular boat was at the lower end of the dollar scale but John actually answered his phone or if not, every time I sent an email, text or left a message I got a timely response.    

When we relocated from California to the east coast I was delighted to find John was moving to Maine and I asked to him assist us in finding our “retirement boat.” The process took months as I rejected boat after boat - even one which went through survey.  Nonetheless John kept patiently providing candidates and advice until we finally found the right boat and we are delighted with the choice.

Most brokers are boaters but few have the John’s depth of experience and knowledge of boats and systems.  I have experienced his seamanship first hand in a three day gale and that experience has tremendous value whether you are a buyer or seller.  

Whether buying or selling I highly recommend John Kuony.

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It’s been quite a while since I have dropped you a line. I am using most of my spare time prepping and refinishing the bright work on Magic. And, I must say she is the most beautiful Sailing Yacht at Salpare Bay and possibly in the Portland area. 2 1/2 years later and I have no regrets and am forever thankful for your guidance thru the process. Plans for the summer are to sail Magic up to the San Juan’s for 2 weeks and finally just relax a bit. I haven’t taken any real time of since we sailed Magic up from SF in May of ’14. I will send pictures.