The Fastest Way to Process Your Coast Guard Documentation

The Fastest Way to Process Your Coast Guard Documentation

Are you tired of waiting for your Coast Guard documentation to get processed? Does it feel like you spend so much time laboriously filling out forms only to have to wait and wait for you to get the documentation you need? We felt the same way. Those are major reasons why we started our online…

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Hailing Port: More Than Just a Label on Your Boat

Spring brings a renewed spirit to nature, with boat enthusiasts eagerly personalizing and prepping their vessels. Amidst this excitement, one often overlooked aspect is the decision to define the hailing port of your boat. The hailing port goes beyond mere decoration; it is a vital identifier required by the federal government, holding significant importance in…

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An Easier Way to Get On the Coast Guard Boat Registration Database

An Easier Way to Get On the Coast Guard Boat Registration Database

For many vessels, it’s a legal necessity to get onto the Coast Guard boat registration database. However, in the past, it has been difficult. Before the internet, vessel owners had to fill everything out by hand, then mail it in and hope for the best. Once online access was granted, vessel owners still found themselves…

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How You Can Adapt Your USCG Vessel Documentation When Life Changes

Have you gone through some life changes that could potentially impact your vessel?  Do you know which USCG vessel documentation forms to use and when?  We can help. Much like the unpredictable seas, life often throws unexpected challenges our way, demanding adjustments to our plans.  Just as sailors modify their tack, vessel owners must navigate…

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Why You Should Choose US Coast Guard Vessel Registration

You have made the decision to purchase a yacht and have moved forward with the transaction. Whether you are buying new from the manufacturer or from a private seller, you will still have decisions you need to make regarding your vessel. There may be things you want to do that are decorative or restorative, or…

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Vessel Documentation Center Recommends You Boat Safely All Year Long

So many of us think of “boating” as just a warm-weather activity. Our experience with being on the water is limited to hot sunshine, warm water, and maybe a cool breeze. However, for many, winter boating is what it’s all about. Bundling family and friends up in warm (but not too warm) clothes, and heading…

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MARAD Waiver

Moving Forward With a MARAD Waiver

You’ve tracked down the vessel you’ve been searching for. It’s been a long journey to find just the right boat for your coastwise passenger transfer business, but you finally did it. You got everything together, only to discover that… the vessel was built outside of the United States. This might seem like the kind of…

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