As an owner of a vessel in the United States, you know that it is essential to maintain documented vessel ownership. But what gives with that? It is hard for the Coast Guard to adequately monitor the thousands of ships that go through the United States waterways because of the nation’s size. As a result,…
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…
Finding the Coast Guard Renewal Documentation You Need Spring is rolling around again, and you will start thinking about getting your boat back in the water and enjoying the warm, sunny days out at sea. While you may have a service that helps you stow your boat and then get it ready for the new…
You may have dreamed of owning a vessel for many years, and finally you are able to make your ambitions come true by purchasing a second-hand boat. Once you are the proud owner of the new ship, you have to make sure that it is fully protected, and that you are free from risk if…
Boat documentation is very important for owners of boats. And we will discuss why it’s important and how you can get it done. Boat documentation is evidence of ownership of a boat. Having such a document with you is mandatory when you want to sell or transfer your request to a ship. You must have…
After you have bought a new vessel, you need to make sure that you have all of the correct documentation and justification to prove that you can legally sell the vessel in US waters. In order to receive a certificate of documentation, you must apply to the USCG by completing the Coast Guard Form 1258….
Do you think you may need a Certificate of Documentation for your vessel but aren’t sure? Does it seem like the rules for who does and who does not require such a certificate are arbitrary at best? Over the years, we’ve helped so many vessel owners with that exact quandary. For many, this is the…
Any time that you are dealing with government entities, there is the possibility of confusion, frustration, and anxiety. We all know the bureaucracy that we can face when we do things like pay taxes or look for information about property you have interest in buying. Even registering your car can be a hassle for you…
As the proud owner of a new vessel, the last thing on your mind may be filling in a load of forms and certificates relating to your purchase. However, before you get on your boat for the next pleasure trip, it is essential that you fill in a CG-1258 form. This form will allow you…
When you buy a new boat, you will most likely need to take out a mortgage in order to cover the cost of the vessel. Getting the funds that you need in order to make the purchase will mean taking out a specific type of lien mortgage, known as a preferred ship mortgage. Unique to…