HOW DOES BOAT SYNDICATION WORK?
BOAT SYNDICATION – A FRESH APPROACH TO BOAT OWNERSHIP
Boat syndication offers a modern, cost-effective way to enjoy high-quality boat ownership without the full financial commitment or responsibilities of sole ownership. This model allows a group of co-owners to collectively invest in the purchase and maintenance of a vessel, making luxury boating accessible and affordable. Each owner enjoys the benefits of boat ownership—regular access, high-quality vessels, and the freedom of life on the water—at a fraction of the usual cost.
At COBLI, we bring a fresh approach to boat syndication that maximizes your time on the water and minimizes the usual stresses associated with boat ownership. Our equity boat syndication structure provides a seamless, walk-on, walk-off experience, so all you need to do is arrive and enjoy. By handling all maintenance, cleaning, and management, we allow our owners to fully immerse themselves in the boating lifestyle.
WHAT IS EQUITY BOAT OWNERSHIP?
Equity boat ownership, also known as equity boat syndication, yacht syndication, or simply boat share, is the model of boat sharing that COBLI offers. This approach allows you to invest as a co-owner in a premium vessel, becoming an equity stakeholder with shared ownership rights and responsibilities.
With COBLI, you purchase a percentage share of a boat, which means you share the upfront purchase cost, as well as the ongoing expenses for maintenance, berthing, and running costs with a select group of co-owners. This setup not only lowers the upfront cost of the boat but also ensures that the ongoing financial responsibilities are distributed, making boating accessible and hassle-free.
At the end of the syndication term, the vessel is sold on behalf of the co-owners and each stakeholder receives a share of the net proceeds based on their equity percentage, allowing you to recoup a portion of your investment.
OWNERSHIP VS. MEMBERSHIP
WHY EQUITY MATTERS IN BOAT SYNDICATION
When exploring ways to enjoy a boat, you may come across both boat syndication (ownership) and boat memberships. While both options provide access to boating, they offer very different experiences and benefits.
With equity boat syndication, you’re not just renting or joining a membership club—you actually own a share of the vessel. This means you invest in a percentage of the boat itself, sharing the initial purchase price, as well as any maintenance, berthing, and operating costs, with other owners. At the end of the syndication term, the boat is professionally sold, and you receive a share of the proceeds based on your equity stake. This ownership model allows you to benefit from any resale value, making it a financially smarter option in the long term compared to membership-only models.
In contrast, boat memberships typically offer access to a fleet of boats for a recurring fee without providing any ownership stake. Membership programs offer flexible access, but you don’t hold equity in a particular vessel, so there’s no opportunity to recoup costs through resale value. Additionally, membership boats often have a higher rotation of users, which may affect the condition of the vessels and limit your access during peak times.
In short, equity boat ownership with syndication is ideal for those who want both access and investment value, allowing you to enjoy the boating lifestyle with the added benefit of equity return at the end of your term.
KEY BENEFITS OF EQUITY BOAT SYNDICATION
FRACTIONAL UPFRONT COST
REDUCED ONGOING FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
LESS GUILT ABOUT USING YOUR BOAT EVERY WEEK
INCREASED CHOICE OF AFFORDABLE VESSELS
BETTER RETURN ON INVESTMENT
BALANCE OF YOUR PERCENTAGE RETURNED AT END OF THE TERM
IS BOAT SYNDICATION FOR YOU?
Do These Scenarios Sound Familiar?
I’m time poor with a busy lifestyle but looking to enjoy new experiences.
I can’t justify owning a boat with all the other activities in our life, but we really want to get out on the water!
My family is based inland, but we want access to the water without the cost and time needed for 100% ownership?
We are a couple thinking of a lifestyle change but want to dip our toe into boat ownership and skill up first?
Every time we have visitors in town, we wish we could head out on the water and entertain them.
I want a low stress, walk on walk off experience so I can enjoy the best bits of boating!
If you resonate with any of these dilemmas you are in the right place. It is time to discover our boats or get in touch with the team…
HOW DOES COBLI WORK?
OUR UNIQUE APPROACH TO BOAT SYNDICATION
Steps to becoming a boat syndication owner
Choose your boat
Choose from luxurious, spacious and stable catamarans based between Sydney and the Whitsunday Islands or high-end day boats or motor yachts for entertaining and enjoyment on Sydney harbour and beyond. The range of vessels we import is exciting and ever-evolving, so you can be sure there will be other boat to move into as you fall in love with the COBLI way.
Download prospectus
The prospectus is your go-to guide for the vessel. This will have all the boat options, additional information and more. After downloading the prospectus on our website, a member of our team will reach out to answer your questions, send you the rule book, followed by all additional paperwork.
Pay your deposit
Once your holding deposit application paperwork has been completed, you’re on your way.
Following the final payment, we’ll schedule your mandatory training and provide access to the COBLI 24/7 Booking Platform.
Your syndicate launch date is the first day of your COBLI syndicate term.
ENJOY BOATING
COBLI’s stress-free walk-on, walk-off approach means all that is left to do is enjoy your time onboard.
We will manage and maintain your boat to the highest standard, our fixed monthly cost covers all the wide-ranging expenses associated with boat ownership.
3-YEAR TERM ENDS
Once the 3-year term is up. COBLI will sell the vessel on your behalf, and the balance of your equity will be returned to you. Essentially you receive your percentage of the net proceeds back, according to the amount of equity you hold. Our high-end servicing and knowledge of your vessel will maximise the resale.
Go back to step one.
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