Dear Brent,

Here is my FIVE STAR review for you. I heard you are going to a boat show, and hoped our reviews can help you get more clients.

(If we need us to submit somewhere else, please let us know. We’d be delighted to do so. )

“Brent is truly an outstanding broker to work with! Not only is he knowledgeable and diligent, but he also operates with the highest levels of honesty and integrity. A master at crafting deals, he anticipated needs and addressed them before we even thought of them during the process.

Beyond his professionalism, he brought a sense of fun and enjoyment to every interaction, making the journey not just productive but genuinely enjoyable. Although it took us some time to find the right fit (largely due to our high expectations), he remained incredibly patient, guiding and educating us throughout the process.

We completely trusted him to handle everything while we lived nearly 1,500 miles away from where the boat was located. His reliability and dedication gave us peace of mind from start to finish. We’re excited to work with him again for our next boat and will enthusiastically recommend him to our friends without hesitation. Thanks for everything, Brent!!”

Thank you so much, Brent!!

Blessings,

Yoshiko & Rest of The Breadon’s

I had the pleasure of working with Brent as our broker, and I can confidently say he is an outstanding professional and a skilled negotiator. It’s often said that while used car salesmen operate in the "Wild West," boat brokers are in the "Wild Wild West" – and after working with several brokers, we were very cautious in our search. We ultimately chose Brent, and it turned out to be the best decision we could have made.

As real estate professionals we understand the value of working with a knowledgeable expert when buying or selling. Brent truly understood our needs, and he worked tirelessly with us for over a year, helping us explore a variety of boats to find the right one. He made the entire process smooth and enjoyable.

Brent’s integrity is unparalleled. He helped facilitate a fantastic deal on our boat and was with us every step of the way, including throughout the survey process. He ensured that any issues identified in the survey were addressed and negotiated before the sale was finalized.

I’ve recommended Brent to close friends, and one of them has also recently purchased a catamaran with Brent’s expert guidance, with equally outstanding results. I wholeheartedly recommend Brent to anyone in search of a proven, high-performing broker.

Hello Brent, 

My wife and I have been browsing and anticipating buying a 40-45’ Catamaran for the last few years. When we were ready, we did not have a clear idea of how it will happen and how difficult it can be. I think we were lucky to find the right broker who will be aggressive enough to find us the right boat for the right price. Additionally, a broker who can help us decide what is best for us.

Brent Hermann was such a broker, and we are very thankful to have found him. He is very experienced with a strong network and connection with other brokers. He knows his stuff. 

While working with Brent, he helped us discover what our budget really should be…as well as the condition, year, and style of our boat. All of which we thought we knew already, but only to discover we did not. Brent went out of his way to spend a whole day with us searching for the right boat and somehow he found the perfect boat for us. He knew we needed a boat that was truly turn-key. We are now living aboard our beautiful sailing cat and enjoying it, not fixing it up to be what we need it to be. 

We are truly thankful to have Brent on our side.

Yours sincerely,

Brian

Two years have passed since we purchased our sailing catamaran. 10,000 nautical miles later, we still pinch ourselves now and then just to remember we are indeed living our dream. The process of buying a boat can be a challenge, especially if you want to find a vessel that truly fits your experience level, budget and is well equipped for your sailing plans. We would have definitely bought a boat that was too big, costly and ill equipped if we did not enlist the professional assistance of a boat broker. It really does seem like something you could handle on your own, but you soon realize you are in over your head. We had spoken to many brokers prior to this point and we had the “expected experience”. All brokers are not created equal.

True story: We made an offer on a 50 foot sailing catamaran in a foreign country. The boat had been on the hard for years, stripped of all its electronics and would have needed hundreds of thousands of dollars and countless hours to return it to a seaworthy state. Luckily, our offer was not accepted.

After nearly a year of trying to find the right boat, we found a catamaran listed by the Catamaran Company. We promptly received a call back from Brent Hermann and our relationship began. What distinguished Brent was that he seemed to be the one who interviewed us. He spent a least 20 minutes asking questions about our prior knowledge, skillset, location, and sailing plans. Turns out the boat we had called about was already under contract, but Brent agreed to take us on as clients.

Brent breathed a sigh of relief when he learned we were unable to close a “For Sale by Owner '' deal on the foreign boat that would have left us years away from sailing . Brent ensured us he would find a boat that would provide longevity to our sailing plans. He even listened to our long wish list of extras. Our first meeting with Brent was not about finding a boat to buy, rather he used his expertise and experience to find out what boat, for sale or not, would fit us. This was different from what we were trying to do on our own; we would look at boats that were for sale and see how we could fit them. Instead, Brent encouraged us to find the type of boat that fit us best and then act when that boat was for sale.

In the meantime Brent connected us with finance professionals, and we began to get our budget in order. Brent utilized his professional connections, vast knowledge and expertise to rule out problem boats. Many boats listed were hurricane damaged, not really for sale or abused charter boats. Brent encouraged us to continue to look at catamaran listings. When we sent him these listings, Brent knew or researched the history of every boat which shielded us from buying a catamaran with undisclosed issues. You would be surprised how many there are. Well, when “that boat” came onto the market, Brent was the first broker to know. He did not hesitate to contact us. An offer was made immediately on that boat; we were the ones making the offer. This is the moment when Brent’s professionalism becomes the most valuable. We had already secured financing, deposited money into an escrow account and were ready to make an offer, which was accepted! Brent had set all of these components into place over the several months leading up to finding the right vessel. That was the difference Brent Hermann made for us. We own a boat that fits us.

Brent continued his supporting role throughout the purchase process. He flew to Virginia to represent our interests during the boat survey and finalize the acceptance of the vessel. This is what proved to be the most difficult and intense part of the buying process. This is definitely where you want Brent Hermann on your side.

You may wonder why we are writing this two years later? It is a testament to the longevity of the relationship we have maintained with Brent. Brent is not just your broker for “the sale.” He continues to be a valuable resource regarding all aspects of boat ownership. I am sure we call him with more questions than he anticipated, but he always answers and provides help or insight. In the beginning, Brent stated that he would be more than just your broker; that could not be more true.

As we reflect on our buying experience, from an anchorage off the white sand beach of Huatulco, MX, we are truly thankful for Brent’s role in making our dream a reality. If you are contemplating boat ownership, the services offered by Brent Hermann are truly priceless, and come with our highest recommendation. If you have any further questions, we are glad to share our experiences,

Lela & Steve Schober