As you may have heard by now, if you are on the boat’s universe, the vessel’s certificate of documentation (COD) lasts longer now: if you sail on a recreational boat you can extend your certificate for 5 years every time it expires. If you want to know more about this new regimentation keep reading while…
Vessel documentation is, in a few words, a national form of registration. It is also one of the oldest functions of Government and it dates back to the 11th Act of the First Congress. This documentation provides conclusive evidence of nationality for international purposes as well as the habilitations for certain restricted trades. Since 1920,…
Would you be interested in selling your boat? If this is the case, having a boat bill of sale is the optimal option to guarantee that the transaction goes through without a hitch. When it comes time to sell your vessel, this paperwork may be required to ensure a smooth transaction, but it may also…
If you have a large vessel, it is important to understand USCG regulations regarding boating. These are the rules that you are obliged to follow when operating your vessel in US waters. If you do not comply with these rules, then you may be fined heavily, or worse. If you are just beginning ownership of…
Does it seem like all of the vessel documentation rules and regulations all seem to favor the authorities and not vessel owners? Have you researched Coast Guard NVDC sites but found them full of odd jargon? When we started our site, we wanted it to be a resource for vessel owners, a place where they…
If you are new to shopping for a yacht or other pleasure vessel, you likely want to familiarize yourself with the market a little bit before you make any decisions about buying a boat. Buying a new boat can be a great thing, but you know you will pay a lot more money for a…
The word “fee” can have many different definitions. Most often, “fee” refers to money, how much you’re paying for something. However, it can also mean “payment,” which is not necessarily currency. A “fee” could be having to sacrifice something or give something up. So, when we say that we offer a “lower USCG vessel documentation…
Have you been looking for a vessel documentation service that actually does make the vessel documentation process easier? Are you tired of having to spend way too much time completing vessel documentation forms that could be done in a few minutes? We hear you. Those were some of our concerns as vessel owners, which led…
Have you decided to bring a new co-owner onto your vessel, but aren’t sure which form is right for you? Are you selling your vessel and want to get everything taken care of ahead of time? When it comes to your vessel and its documentation, you want to be as careful and thorough as possible….
Buying a yacht or other large vessel is a big deal for you. In many instances, it ranks up there with buying a luxury car or your home. Because it is such a large purchase for you, you want to make sure you are investing your money wisely with the boat you buy. Buying a…