Maintaining a registered documented vessel will require a lot of attention to each process, but they all have to start somewhere. If you have never documented a vessel, it’s important to know about exactly who gets to document a vessel in the United States. Not only that, but there are different categories under which it’s…
When it comes to the process of documenting a vessel, there are going to be a variety of different forms that you will need depending on the specifics of your situation. Some will be for those seeking to get first-time registration, while others will be needed when you need to get it back in place…
“Do I really need to register my vessel with the Coast Guard? The process sounds like a lot of work,” is something we hear fairly often. We understand that the US Coast Guard registration might seem complicated at first, but don’t worry. It doesn’t have to be that hard. The Basics of US Coast Guard…
There’s no bigger relief than that coming from finally fulfilling your vessel mortgage. However, before you get to fully enjoy that satisfaction, you will have to submit some paperwork, including your release of mortgage form, to the United States Coast Guard. Let’s talk about what that process is like. What is a Release of Mortgage?…
Have you been trying to get a Certificate of Registration, but aren’t sure of the best way to go about it? Do you have a documented vessel and want to ensure it stays that way? We designed our Vessel Documentation Online site to provide exactly that. While our site has many different forms available, perhaps…
Have you been trying to find somewhere online you trust with your vessel documentation? Does each US Coast Guard documentation center seem less trustworthy than the last? When it comes to your vessel, your money, and your information, you can’t be too careful. Just as you would be cautious when putting gasoline into your vessel…
National Vessel Documentation Center Have you been looking for a “one stop shop” for vessel documentation? Does it feel like when you go to a so-called “National Vessel Documentation Center” they only have a few of the forms that you would associate with a “center?” A site that says it has “documentation” should, well, have…
Have you found a great maritime business opportunity and want the right kind of vessel documentation to take advantage of it? Are you in the middle of your initial vessel USCG application and aren’t sure exactly which endorsement to choose? So much of the language that’s associated with vessel documentation is jargon, the kinds of…
Has your life changed dramatically since you registered your vessel and you aren’t sure what does and doesn’t have to be updated with your registration? Have you gone from one online documentation site to another looking for the forms you need but you can’t quite find them? When your life transitions, your documentation may have…
Have you decided to bring a new co-owner onto your vessel, but aren’t sure which form is right for you? Are you selling your vessel and want to get everything taken care of ahead of time? When it comes to your vessel and its documentation, you want to be as careful and thorough as possible….