Looking for a reliable and affordable boating service? Look no further than Basco Boating Service! We offer a wide range of services including Maintain Your Boat | Stage 3 < Back Maintain Your Boat | Stage 3 Free 30 minutes Book Now About BASCO’S Platinum Access to Boating Maintenance is an exclusive service of access, experience and maintenance knowledge that helps First-Time Boaters maintain the boat of their dreams so they can enjoy the boating lifestyle, get on the water and stay on the water, creating memories of a lifetime with family and friends without the frustration and exhaustion that comes from boat maintenance challenges. If you've just become a boat owner for the first time, or thinking about it, or if you’re an Expat who’s owned a boat before – but this the first time owning a boat in a foreign country this is for you. In Asia, it can be difficult to get your boat repaired. BASCO Boating was created to solve this issue. Here’s Stage 1 of our Boat Maintenance Guru system, the 3-Stage framework for Boat Maintenance success as a First-Time or Expat Boater. If you’ve been talking with BASCO about a boat that is listed with BASCO’s Exclusive Boat Brokerage, then at some stage in the conversation with BASCO, they may have shown you the App that hosts all the maintenance information about the boat for sale. If you decide to purchase the boat, your BASCO Boat Adviser will help you to assess the maintenance that needs to be done and work with you to develop a Boat Maintenance Strategy. This is Stage 2 in our system - The Right Maintenance. Your boat adviser may then invite you to work with BASCO to implement your Year 1 Boat Management and Maintenance plan and recommend which support plan is most suitable for you. This is included in Stage 3 - The Right Lifestyle. If the boat is not an exclusive listing, your BASCO Boat Adviser will advise you if the listing comes with the on-tap maintenance records via the convenient app. Either way, if you purchase a boat, BASCO can help you with your Boat Management upon purchase. Book a call here for more details of how it works. Stage 1 | The Right Experience In the first stage it’s about getting the right boat maintenance experience and boat handling under your belt. Stage 1 consists of ticking off the following: 1. Competence - Making sure your driving competence is up to scratch 2. Operations - Checking in that your boat operations knowledge and experience is where it should be 3. Ready - Confirming you're covered all the on-water practicalities that you need to know before getting family and friends on board. Book a call to find out more. Come On Board! Previous Next

Looking for a reliable and affordable boating service? Look no further than Basco Boating Service! We offer a wide range of services including Non-Exclusive Brokerage Service < Back Non-Exclusive Brokerage Service 8% - 10% 30 minutes Book Now About Exclusive vs Non-Exclusive Listing Agreements to Sell Your Boat If you choose to list exclusively with a single boat broker, they are more likely to charge a lower commission rate. This is due to knowing their brokerage firm will eventually close the deal and earn the commission. This gives the boat broker more predictability. Therefore, they may agree to negotiate a lower commission rate to entice you to sign for a 6 to 12-month exclusive listing agreement. Signing a non-exclusive listing means you list with multiple boat brokers. Consequently, this also means that there is a good chance that another boat broker will make the sale. So, there is little incentive for the non-exclusive boat broker to do much work on your sale, other than listing your boat on listing websites. These websites could be global boat listing sites or their own website. But then they sit and wait for a buyer to find the boat online and contact the broker. There is little incentive to put in extra effort over and above the initial matchmaking opportunities, neither is there much incentive to reduce the commission rate. Are there any other costs or charges apart from the commission? From a traditional brokerage perspective, generally no. Free to list, sit and wait and cross your fingers. The traditional broker will check their networks, hoping to find a buyer and make a quick and profitable “OMG, that’s Amazing!!!” boat sale. From time to time this happens, and to be fair its exactly what everyone wants, the boat owner and the boat broker. It’s an ideal situation! In the absence of the easy deal (which is most of the time), some boat brokerages offer more service choices to their boat owner clients. The additional services kick into place when the easy deal isn’t happening. We call this Enhanced Brokerage. Along with the above, an enhanced brokerage will include additional marketing services. Choosing enhanced marketing from the get-go often includes marketing with drone footage, for example. The broker arranges for these additional services and offers them at a fee. When the value or attractiveness of your boat is high the boat broker might think there is a good chance that your boat will sell quickly. In this case, the boat broker might offer these services free of charge as an incentive to sign an exclusive listing. If you're trying to decide a exclusive or non-exclusive listing is best, it greatly depends upon your objectives, time line to a sale and the boat itself. Previous Next

Sale of Aquila 48 Power Catamaran < Back Mr. G.G. Share Sale of Aquila 48 Power Catamaran Welcome to our new website. The site is still in progress, so please contact us if you have any questions. We'd be delighted to hear from you. Client testimonial: "We both bought and sold our boat with William and Dione. Very nice to deal with, good follow up and lots of helpful advice for everyone involved. It was awesome because BASCO is very friendly to deal with, excellent follow-up and lots of good advice for everyone involved." Thank you , it was a pleasure to sell your beautiful boat. We hope you enjoy the next stage of your adventures! Project Gallery Previous Next

Back Previous Next June 8, 2023 The Edge Singapore | Could boat living could be the next property trend? Could boat living could be the next property trend? A recent survey conducted by the European Chamber of Commerce (EuroCham) in Singapore found that 50% of expatriates looking to renew their residential housing leases this year or last year have started facing rental increases of more than 40%. This should come as no surprise to anyone because Singapore has been consistently ranked as the most expensive city in the world for the 8th time in a decade by the Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) 2022 Worldwide Cost of Living Index. Singaporeans and foreigners alike have seen dramatic rises in the cost of living, with many looking at viable alternatives to help mitigate the financial burden. While some have chosen to downgrade their homes or move overseas, others take an unconventional approach by living on a boat. “There is a growing demand for boat ownership in Singapore. Many people see it as a way to enjoy the beautiful coastline and waterways of the region, as well as a means of entertainment and recreation. Additionally, boat ownership can provide a sense of freedom and adventure that is hard to find elsewhere,” says Basco Boating’s co-founder and director, Dione Schick. A boat brokerage platform based in Singapore, Basco (Boat Advisory Services Company) is one of Asia-Pacific’s most reliable and effective boating outfits. It operates three divisions: Online boat sales, a technical services marketplace and an independent buyer’s advisory service with the Basco Boat Buyers Academy. A boat owner herself, Schick founded the company in 2016, together with her husband William, to help people achieve their dreams of building a life at sea. In an interview with Options , Schick shares her insights into how boat ownership could be a viable alternative to the city-state’s rising living costs. What is the potential for the boating landscape in Singapore? Boating is an activity that has been gaining popularity in recent years, not just as a recreational pastime but also as a means of transportation in the region. With its strategic location and tropical climate, Singapore is well-positioned to capitalise on the growing interest in boating. Singapore has already established itself as a hub for the boating industry in Southeast Asia, with a thriving ecosystem of marinas, boatyards, and yacht clubs. The potential for the boating landscape in Singapore and the rest of Asia Pacific is significant. With rising affluence and a growing middle class in the region, more people can afford boats and yachts, which can be seen as a status symbol. Additionally, ecotourism is growing, and boating offers a unique way to explore the natural beauty of the region’s coastlines and waterways. While owning a boat can be expensive, it is not just for rich people. There are a variety of boat sizes and models available at different price points, making it accessible to a wider range of people. Furthermore, boat-sharing and rental programs are becoming more popular, allowing people to experience the joys of boating without the full cost of ownership. What could discourage a person from owning a boat? Living on a boat can be a unique and exciting alternative to owning a traditional home in Singapore, but it comes with some challenges. One major limitation is that limited marina spaces accept liveaboards in Singapore, making it difficult to find a suitable location to moor the boat. Some strict rules and regulations must be complied with, such as obtaining the necessary licences and adhering to safety standards. There is a lack of skilled workers in the boating industry and better infrastructure and facilities for boaters. Nevertheless, with the right investments and support, the potential for the boating landscape in Singapore and the rest of Asia Pacific is immense and could bring significant economic benefits to the region. Despite these challenges, living on a boat can offer a sense of freedom and adventure that is hard to find in a traditional home. Living on the water can provide access to scenic waterways and coastal areas and offer a unique perspective on the surrounding environment. While boats may require more maintenance and upkeep than traditional homes, they offer a rewarding and fulfilling lifestyle. Whether living on a boat is viable depends on individual preferences and circumstances. How did you get into the business? My husband did his marine technician apprenticeship at a boat dealership in New Zealand. Three years later, we purchased the workshop where he worked. Subsequently, we bought over the entire marine sales centre and dealership. In just a few years, we built it into an award-winning dealership for sales and service. All the while, I was working at a chartered accountancy practice and doing night classes to get qualified in accountancy. I became a fully qualified chartered accountant with my own taxation and business coaching practice in a small town in New Zealand, all in the 1990s! How do you facilitate the acquisition or sale of a boat? We have a range of services for people at all stages, from buying a boat to buying one. If you are a first-time boater, we address the issues of trust and confusion in the traditional boat brokerage. We can work as your buyer’s broker or buyer’s adviser to help you understand the full costs and risks of owning and maintaining a boat. There are seven ways to be involved in the boating lifestyle, and owning a boat is just one of the ways, so it’s important to make the best decision for yourself and your family. For boat sellers, we help address the issues of what it is worth, how long it will take to sell, and how much it costs to sell. We use a consultancy approach to understand a boat seller’s goals and objectives if their boat has been on the market for a while, to understand why it hasn’t sold, and we apply our nine-step BoatSellPro boat sales system to achieve a 33% faster boat sale and at half the cost. What would be required for a person to own a boat in Singapore? To own a boat here, a person must obtain the necessary permits and licenses, register the boat with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), and comply with safety regulations and guidelines. Depending on the size and type of boat, the owner may need to undergo training and certification to operate it safely, and the boat’s captain needs to hold a PPCDL licence (the Powered Pleasure Craft Driving Licence). In terms of maintenance, owning a boat requires regular cleaning, upkeep, occasional repairs and servicing. While the owner doesn’t need to perform all the maintenance tasks themselves, having some basic boat maintenance and repair knowledge can be helpful. Ultimately, owning a boat in Singapore requires a level of responsibility and commitment to ensure the safety and well-being of the boat and its passengers, who are likely to be your family and friends, which is very important. Can you share the rough costs associated with owning and maintaining a boat? The costs associated with owning and maintaining a boat in Singapore vary greatly depending on the boat’s size, type, age and how frequently it is used. Some costs to consider include boat purchase price or monthly loan payments, registration fees and taxes, insurance premiums, marina or storage fees, routine maintenance and repairs, fuel and other operating expenses. Marina fees are one of the easier expenses to highlight since you usually pay on a per foot basis. But an 80 ft boat in a marina might cost $5,000 a month to berth, whereas a 20 ft sailboat on a swing mooring might only cost $500 a month. So, it is important to budget for these expenses and to consider the ongoing costs of boat ownership when deciding whether to purchase a boat. Generally, boat ownership can be more expensive than other hobbies or leisure activities, but the experience and enjoyment of being on the water can make it a worthwhile investment for some people. What would you say are some of your challenges? As a digital boat brokerage and leading boating platform in Asia, one of the main challenges is to create a seamless digital experience for our clients. We have to ensure that our website is user-friendly, informative, and engaging for our clients, who are often looking for their dream boat or trying to make an informed decision about buying one. Additionally, with the tens of thousands of people interested in the boating lifestyle in Asia, we need to provide our services to a diverse range of clients, regardless of their level of interest or stage in the buying process. This means catering to those simply dreaming or deciding about a boat and those ready to purchase. To meet the demands of these “content seekers,” we have to create valuable content at scale, such as our two-day Boat Buyer Expo, online boat ownership courses, webinars, blog posts, videos and social media content, that provides relevant and helpful information about boating and the boating lifestyle. Source: https://www.theedgesingapore.com/options/feature/could-boat-living-could-be-next-property-trend Published by The Edge Singapore The Edge Singapore was established in 2001, a sister company to The Edge Malaysia. The publication has been editorially independent since its inception and we believe that the public is best served when they have recourse to different, fair, accurate and balanced news.

Looking for a reliable and affordable boating service? Look no further than Basco Boating Service! We offer a wide range of services including Cash-Back Buyers Broker < Back Cash-Back Buyers Broker Price TBC 30 minutes Book Now About Here's some of the reasons why you'd want to hire a Cash-Back Buyer's Broker: - Can save you up to 8% on the purchase price of your boat - Helps you find the right boat at the right price - Gets you more quality boats at a great price for your boat buying shortlist - Makes it easy to get a list together of potential boats you may want to buy - Gives you the confidence that you're across the boat market and great deals are on your radar - Avoid overpaying for your boat, or losing the deal - Get the real secret for getting the perfect list of boats for sale that are right for you - Effortlessly shortlist boats so you can be sure you've covered the market - Quickly identify the best boat buying deals in the market right now - Escape spending hours and hours poring over listings of the wrong boat - Discover the best way to find boats not yet on the market so you can have first dibs - Stop worrying about all the new-to-the-market insider boat deals going to those in the know. No matter where you are on the boat buying journey and the type of boat that fits your profile, BASCO With You Boat Buying will deliver the right boat at the right price, supporting you and your team with gaining the right experience. Join the Club. You’re in Good Company! No matter whether you’re a Boat Boss® in the Making yet to buy your boat, or an experienced Boat Guru with a super yacht, buying your boat with BASCO and The Boat Boss Club™ tailors your experience to meet your exact needs and goals at every stage. Spot where you’re at on the Boat Boss journey, and typically a bigger boat means bigger problems! This means you’ll need more boating knowledge more “BLIQ” (Boating Lifestyle IQ!) and a better team. Bigger boat = bigger problems; better team = less problems. Previous Next

Looking for a reliable and affordable boating service? Look no further than Basco Boating Service! We offer a wide range of services including App Setup Service < Back App Setup Service Starts at USD497 30 minutes Book Now About Service includes: 1. Foundation Set Up - Collect boat specifications - Collect past maintenance details - Set up basic details in App (free version) 2. Diagnosis of Maintenance Status - Assessment of maintenance status - Identification of initial to do list - Develop maintenance strategy - Update App Previous Next

Looking for a reliable and affordable boating service? Look no further than Basco Boating Service! We offer a wide range of services including Boating Lifestyle IQ < Back Boating Lifestyle IQ USD250 30 minutes Book Now About Discover Your Boating Lifestyle "IQ"! (BLIQ) - This unique system to identify your Boating Lifestyle "IQ" makes it a snap for you to get a sneak preview into your readiness for the boating lifestyle. Using the Blueprint to Unlocking Boat Ownership Secrets, in this session we'll do an "audit" against the Blueprint. The Blueprint was created from more than 100 responses from boat buyers to our question: What is Your # 1 Question When it Comes to Buying a Boat. The questions from our community and from first-time boaters are represented in the Blueprint's 9 Steps and answered by our Boating Guru's and Boat Bosses! So you can... - Identify potential blind spots so you can avoid costly boat buying mistakes. - Reach your goals of life and freedom on the water faster than you ever dreamed possible and transform your life! - Includes a free review and analysis with our professional boat advisers so you can implement faster and avoid mistakes. Total Value: $297 STOP PRESS: Get This For FREE When You Order The Blueprint to Unlocking Boat Ownership Secrets! here at www.newtoboating.com Please use your COUPON CODE at checkout to book your BLIQ session for free. Previous Next

BASCO's Senior Yacht Advisor was able to address the questions of a first time boat buyer < Back BASCO clears mind of a boat searcher Share BASCO's Senior Yacht Advisor was able to address the questions of a first time boat buyer Hey William, happy Tuesday! Weekend was good and outing to come see you and the boats was great. We certainly have given it thought. I think the right timing for us will be closer to March/April as right now we have a few unknowns to resolve in terms of career and a lease that runs until mid next year. We liked both boats. The second one was particularly interesting as it opened up to refitting the interior. It felt like it migh be worth negotiating that one a down slightly but obviously with our timing its probably not relevant. The last thing is that our time with you has convinced us that 1.15 is the only viable marina for this lifestyle, it definitely limits how often the opportunity to buy one of these will present itself too. Mr. L.M. Project Gallery Previous Next

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"I remain deeply thankful for your support in that boat buying process" < Back Boat Buyer Singapore and "Literally one of the best decisions I ever made" Share "I remain deeply thankful for your support in that boat buying process" Purchase of a family day boat in Singapore in 2021. "Hard to believe it’s been nearly 2 years since we bought Millennial Falcon. That was literally one of the best decisions I ever made - we’ve had so much fun on it! - and remain deeply thankful for your support in that process." Mr K.L Boat Buyer Singapore Project Gallery Previous Next

Looking for a reliable and affordable boating service? Look no further than Basco Boating Service! We offer a wide range of services including Boat Buying Critique < Back Boat Buying Critique USD2,997 4 hours Book Now About Here's A Quick Recap Of What You’ll Get When You Join us for Your Boat Buying Critique Today... THE 60-Minute Boat Buying Critique ($2,997 Value) • Professional critique of the one boat you are considering buying, or up to 3 boats that are on your short list. • Review the boat's "fit for purpose" level against your needs, wants, goals and objectives. • Assess the asking price against the market value of the boat you are considering buying. • Recommend 2-3 areas for negotiation on the boat you are looking at buying. • Identify this boat's pros and cons compared to one other boat on your shortlist. • Two boat consultants on your critique and up to 4 hours of time. Written summary from our session AND the transcript of the critique ($497 Value) The entire audio recording of the 60 minute consultation ($497 Value) Fast Action Bonus, in 30 days we'll do a 30-minute follow up session ($497 value) Total Value: USD4,488 You Get It ALL Today For: USD2,997 STOP PRESS! If you are looking for a SPECIAL OFFER of more than 66% off the above price, you can access that offer by investing $7 here www.newtoboating.com Sign up now, if you're even remotely interested in the Boat Critique Service. Previous Next

Which statement best describes you? "I've always dreamed about a boat" < Back Boat Dreamers Which statement best describes you? "I've always dreamed about a boat" Attention First-Time Boaters & a Special Welcome to Boat Dreamers! At BASCO, the community comes together as one to help each other achieve their wildest dreams about life at sea! If you're a boat dreamer and want to get engaged with the experience of boating and want to know more about what boating is all about and whether it is suitable for you, we have some fabulous Free Events for you. BASCO Connect is dedicated to bringing people in the Boating Community together. Our Community hosts a range of Free Events to network, connect and expand the Boating Community and to share the joys and pleasures of the Boating Lifestyle. What's Your Boating Dream? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNUVuO-FpL8 Free Events for Boat Dreamers! The Boat Buyer Expo The 2-Day Virtual Boat Buyer Extravaganza for First-Time Boaters 30+ boating industry experts reveal how to prepare for boat ownership, select the best boat for your lifestyle and budget, and maintain your dream vessel. Learn More Here 3 0+ experts are coming together to share their most impactful guidance and techniques for living the boating lifestyle! With step-by-step details, They will share techniques that can help you ditch the boating industry overwhelm and save thousands along the way. What is the Boat Buyer Expo? The realities of buying and owning a boat How to make a sound decision when purchasing a boat How to to navigate the unpleasant surprises of the boat buying process How to avoid hidden costs and secure the best deal How to charter a boat or a superyacht The in’s and out’s of building a new boat The costs of boat ownership and maintenance Key resources that can save you thousands as a boat owner What type of vessel is right for your vision and budget What resources you need to make the boating lifestyle a dream The best boating destinations, get-aways and charter experiences How to build or buy a new boat without breaking the bank Learn More Here Register for Free Here Here's Your Action Steps Boat Dreamers: 1. Sign up HERE for the Free 2-Day Boat Buyer Expo 2. Look out for our emails and check your spam folder after you have signed up 2. Follow BASCO Boating on Social Media for all the cool stuff that's going on! FAQ's Q: I've already signed up for the 2-Day Boat Buyer Expo. What's next for me? A: If you've already attended the Expo, contact us for your next free program. We'd be delighted to share that with you, so message us and we'll happily arrange. Q: I don't think I'm a boat dreamer any more. I want to move forward. What is my next step? A: If you now wondering if boating is a good idea or not for yourself and your family, congratulations! You've moved from a Boat Dreamer to a Boat Decider! Click on the "Boat Decider" category in the BASCO Community for your next lessons and steps on the journey. About BASCO Boating BASCO provides the most comprehensive education and online training for boat dreamers to help you learn more and get engaged with boating and the boating lifestyle. BASCO provides free online courses, education and events for those dreaming about the boating lifestyle. Click here to Learn More Join BASCO as a Preferred Service Provider to those Dreaming About a Boat Are you a service provider to those dreaming about the boating lifestyle? Or a Boat Guru who wants to give back to the boating community? We are currently seeking expressions of interest from Boating education and advisory firms or individuals who offer services for boat dreamers (people who have always dreamed about boating) and wish to join our community. Contact us to find out more and how to participate to share the joys of the boating lifestyle with our Community. Come On Board! Gallery Previous Next