“We have engaged the O’Kellys to help with our boat-finding process and, once an appropriate prospect was identified, with the negotiation strategy. Megan and Nick generously shared their decades of experience which proved invaluable to us. They are warm and personable and a joy to talk to. Having them on “our side” saved us much time and probably some grief. Who wouldn’t want to have an expert friend helping with such a major investment? The O’Kellys proved to be just that for us!”
To all - We did a 3 hour consultation with them a few months back which resulted in us completing yesterday on a very cool L44.
Mr & Mrs O’K - your help was truly invaluable and played a massive part in enabling us to move forward with a lot more knowledge, help, tips and thoughts.
Your sharing was immense.
I would % recommend anyone to speak with these two fabulous human beings.
THANK YOU
THANK YOU
THANK YOU”
ROBERT & ELLIE
“If I haven't scared you away from sailing and if you'd ever consider buying a catamaran, I'd highly recommend NICK AND MEGAN O’KELLY’S impartial consulting. It was thanks to them that I leaRned the first boat I was considering had encountered a bommie. They are not brokers, they are highly ethical, and they saved me from making expensive mistakes in the pre and post boat buying process. They are also wonderful people and immediately became friends.”
TORE & KRISTIN
“We’ve been watching Megan and Nick O’Kelly on YouTube since pre-COVID times and dreaming about sailing and joining the sailing community. Because of their videos, we knew we wanted to contact them once we started our own adventure. Once we found a boat, we started the research phase and prepared our questions.
● What should we expect when buying a catamaran?
● How can we navigate the process?
● How can we find trustworthy resources like surveyors and insurance agents?
● How do we go about moving a boat?
Knowing who to trust is a big hurdle during this stressful process. The hour we spent with the O’Kelly’s was well worth the money and helped us feel comfortable moving forward on a purchase agreement. They have also introduced us to their sailing community which is a valuable asset. We’ll be in touch with them in the future and hope to set anchor as neighbors one day.”
Robbie & Esteban
"Our consulting session with Nick & Megan felt like getting together with old friends, the kind of old friends who are already living the dream and want to invite you to join them. My husband Doug and I have a Beneteau 393 and we’ve explored all over the Chesapeake Bay. We’ve sailed as far as NY. We’re considering moving from a monohull to a catamaran with the goal of living and working aboard. Nick and Megan listened so well to the specific questions we were asking and they were so knowledgeable. We deeply appreciated their perspective on different Catamaran manufacturers, connectivity while working, and the merits of buying new versus used in today’s unique market.
Whether you are interested in exploring whether a sailing lifestyle might work for you, or you are already an experienced sailor looking to move into the catamaran realm, get in touch with Nick & Megan! They will personalize the conversation specifically to your needs. Their experience is so valuable, and they are so lovely to spend time with. I cannot recommend their consulting service highly enough!
-Liz & Doug Schnelzer, SV Wombat"
“I set-up an initial consult with Megan and Nick to ask questions regarding the purchase process including use of a buyer’s broker and selected boat comparisons and - wow - their guidance on these matters was incredibly helpful! For a rookie like me, they shared their insights in a genuine, authentic and clear manner which put me at ease immediately. They went above and beyond, by also connecting me to a few members of the cruising community. These connections have cascaded into a whole, new network of owner/cruisers who have also been incredibly helpful to get us further down the path to ownership and sailing.”
MARK R.
"Nick and Megan were an integral part of our accelerated journey to liveaboard cruising. We were inspired and educated by their useful content on YouTube and Podcasts, as well, they were the very first couple we consulted with for an hour to answer (and ask!) pertinent questions. There's no doubt they were a factor in our decision making process."
MARK & KATHRYN
“We discovered The O’Kelly’s Youtube channel pretty early on in our boat journey. Every video is like a hands-on learning experience for us, and it’s fantastic to have a channel you can go to that really answers the nitty gritty questions about living this unique lifestyle. And now that we’re on the verge of buying our own boat we thought it was about time for some one on one time to ask some more specific questions.
Booking the consultation with Nick & Megan was the best thing we could’ve done. Not only are they just as friendly and knowledgeable in real life, but it’s always so refreshing to talk to others who just get it. Our chat hardened our resolve and reinforced our belief that we’re so ready for this wonderful new adventure.
Thanks O’Kelly’s – can’t wait til the day we share an anchorage together!”
Brooke & Daniel
“Thank you to you and Nick for the time you gave to help educate us newbies. Your advice was clear, concise and totally understandable. We learned so much from you and are so appreciative of your generosity in sharing your knowledge with us. We would highly recommend you as consultants to those who are needing to learn what it means to buy, outfit and sail a catamaran.”
Edward and Gayle &Charlie Cruickshank
“THANKS NICK O’KELLY! ANYONE THINKING ABOUT HIRING NICK FOR A CONSULT MICHELLE AND I GIVE IT TWO THUMBS UP! BID IS IN, FINGERS CROSSED!”
JIM & MICHELLE BOND
“My husband and I have watched the O’Kelly’s videos for quite some time. When we were ready to begin our own boat-buying process we decided to hire them for a consultation. We had a long list of questions! Speaking with Nick and Megan gave us clear answers and (quite honestly) the courage to begin buying our first boat. They made us feel comfortable and were extremely knowledgeable. After we purchase a boat, I can see us hiring them again with another long list of questions. In the meantime, they continue to support us. It’s always good to check with the experts! Thank you so much Nick and Megan!!!”
