So you’ve finally bought the boat of your dreams, and you’re ready to see the world. A lot of people dream of feeling the salt on their lips and the cool breeze on their face as they navigate to their intended destination. If you’re gearing up for a sailing adventure, make sure you’ve packed and prepared…
As winter draws near, the call of the water may still beckon, inviting you to embark on one last aquatic journey. Or, you may take the opportunity to make memorable autumnal aquatic escapades with loved ones. Yet, whether your vessel’s bow cleaves the waves now or later, one truth remains unwavering: safety is the guiding…
Vessel documentation is just one way that we can help boat owners. Remember: before we got into vessel documentation, we were folks who were just really into boats. You can’t be in the business of vessel documentation without being people who just love being around boats, being in boats, and simply just being a part…
Has something gone wrong with your vessel documentation and you’re worried you’re going to lose your documented vessel number? Did something with your vessel documentation go awry, not like you planned, and now you’re dreading the fallout, so to speak? First off, from having spoken to so many vessel owners over the years in your…
Are you unsure of which USCG Forms are essential for your vessel’s operation? Does it feel like there are some forms your vessel needs but you aren’t sure what they are? It’s natural to feel bewildered or even lost when you first dive into the legalese that can be prevalent in vessel documentation. If that’s…
Are you a vessel owner considering a mortgage for your craft? If so, then you may want to consider obtaining a preferred ship’s mortgage. A preferred ship’s mortgage is one of the most popular types of loan when it comes to vessels. To be eligible for this mortgage, your vessel has to meet certain criteria….
Does updating your vessel documentation feel difficult? Do you find yourself putting it off time and again? If so, you aren’t alone. So many vessel owners wait until the last second to complete their vessel forms. With as challenging as it’s been in the past, that’s understandable. We created our Coast Guard portal with one…
Have you gotten to the point of completing your initial vessel documentation where it asks you for your “hailing port?” Are you wondering exactly what is a hailing port and where should it be? You have to choose a hailing port, yes, but there are some misconceptions around the concept of a hailing port that…
Have you been looking for a site to file your vessel documentation with but you can’t find anything that you like? Does each National Vessel Documentation Center that you encounter seem like somewhere you wouldn’t trust with your email address, let alone any of your financial information? You can’t be too careful when it comes…
Have you been thinking about getting your vessel on the NOAA Boat Registry but aren’t sure if it’s exactly right for you? Did you ever sit down to complete your vessel documentation forms only to find that it’s much, much more difficult and time-consuming than it should be? There are certain vessels that can be…