Congratulations: you’ve renewed your USCG documentation. That may seem like a mere formality, but for many people, it’s not as easy as it seems. With hectic, busy lives, it’s not always a simple matter to send in necessary forms. It is, however, quite easy to lose track of the reminders you’re sent for these forms,…
Do you want to learn more about a vessel but want a source you can trust? Is there a vessel you have your eye on yet you aren’t sure if you want to go through with the purchase? When it comes to your money, your time, and your boating, you can’t be too careful. We…
Boat title fraud is a growing concern, often preying on buyers seeking good deals. The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) highlights a surge in deceptive vessel titles, resulting in substantial losses for owners and insurers. Opting for a free boat title search may not uncover these sophisticated scams, posing a risk to your investment. To…
If you have been around the boating industry for a while you may have noticed by now the importance of the United States Coast Guard (USCG). They are a department of the United States Armed Forces and are tasked with maritime security, search and rescue, and law enforcement. To accomplish such a mission, there is…
As fall turns to winter, the fall foliage stops, as the last leaves fall to the ground. Going out on the water is always fun, always enjoyable, yet, when the wind changes, so too can your course. Squalls, waves, and more can appear without a moment’s warning. When they do, you have to alter your…
Think of all of the safety precautions you go through to make sure your vessel is safe and secure. You dock it correctly, making sure that everything is tied up (and locked up) tight. Checking the engine, the lines, the hull, and so much else is just a part of your daily maintenance, before and…
Do you have your eye on a vessel but aren’t sure if it’s the right one for you? Have you been talking to a vessel’s owner, like what you’re hearing, but just want a source you can trust so that you can feel good about closing the deal? This is something that vessel owners have…
Not every boat has to be documented, nor does it have to receive documentation. That may seem like a weird thing to say, coming from a site that specializes in vessel documentation. However, while we’ve built a portal to make it easier than ever for people to get the vessel documentation they need, the last…
Did something recently go awry which has put your boat documentation in jeopardy? Does it feel as if you’re going to lose the ability to use your vessel as you would like (or you already have?) If you have a documented vessel, odds are that you want to keep that vessel documented. Should you use…
Have you been trying to find the best way to research a potential vessel? Did you ever find yourself saying “just what is an abstract of title?” Does it seem like everywhere you go online, you can’t quite find a source of information you can trust? The internet is vast. There are more opportunities to…