Documenting a vessel shouldn’t be difficult. It shouldn’t be the kind of process that takes up hours of your time or keeps you from doing other important tasks. Indeed, that’s why we made our site. When you use our site to document your vessel, you can take a task that used to require hours and…
If you are the owner of a vessel in the United States, then you know that there are specific documentation requirements that you are obligated to fulfill to stay in compliance. For instance, if you intend to take your yacht or boat outside of the country, you will be responsible for ensuring that it is…
Once you own that yacht or pleasure vessel that you have always wanted, it is up to you to make sure you maintain the ship to keep it at its best. You want it to look great, run well, and be safe for everyone that comes aboard, but you also want to make sure you…
In legal terms, a boat bill of sale documents the transfer of boat ownership from one party to another. It’s similar to the receipt you’d receive from a shop, but it has far greater legal authority and implications. Autos, machines, appliances, and yachts are some of the most expensive items that people buy with them. …
Coast Guard vessel documentation is important. When you’re in compliance with it, you can go out on your boat with peace of mind. Whether you’re on the water for commercial reasons or recreational ones, you’re free to do as you please. However, no matter what reason you’re on the water, you have to be safe….
Boat ownership is a special thing. You may have had different boats over the years to use as you want, or perhaps you are looking to invest for the first time in something special for yourself and your family. Whether you are a veteran of boat ownership or a new buyer before you purchase anything,…
Are you interested in buying a particular vessel, but want to make sure you know all of the facts before you make a purchase? Does it feel like there’s no one on the internet (or really anywhere) you can trust when it comes to information about a vessel? It’s your money, your potential vessel purchase,…
For a strong majority of people, summer boating is the best. Warm temperatures, warm water, and warmer sun makes for a great time on the water. However, for plenty of folks, cold weather boating is great, too. Brisk, even cool autumn temperatures, the sight of the leaves onshore, the fact that you’re probably going to…
If you’re in the market for a new vessel, it’s essential to know the requirements for a properly documented vessel. Your state may require annual registration and titling if you keep your boat in the water. Even if your boat is on a trailer in your driveway, you may need to get a title in…
It would help if you did not attempt to document a ship without the assistance of an attorney. As the owner of an American vessel, you should be familiar with the paperwork involved. There are too many moving parts when dealing with the government for you to take care of it on your own and…