When the time comes to trade in your old vessel for a new one, you will want to sell your current boat to a new owner. You have already completed the documentation process once, but if you are trying to sell your vessel, you will have to apply to the Coast Guard for a certificate…
Do you want the freedom to use your vessel how you want? Have you gotten everything together that you need to get your commercial boating venture “off the ground” (so to speak) and don’t want to be hassled? That’s what a documented vessel number can do. Depending on your vessel and your circumstances, the Maritime…
Do you want to fill out your vessel documentation, yet when you sit down to do it you find that it’s so confusing and off-putting you just stop? When you see specific codes and phrases like CG-1258 do you suddenly want to do anything else? You aren’t alone. Filling out vessel documentation forms is just…
Are you thinking of buying a boat? If so, it’s essential to do your homework first. Boat ownership can be a lot of fun, but it’s also a big responsibility. Size, boat type, and intended use are just a few factors to consider before making such a significant investment. You should also factor in the…
Our USCG portal is designed to make it easier to get all of the documentation that your vessel needs. Before you go out on the water, you can use our site to make sure that you are entirely in compliance with all of the relevant Coast Guard laws. That said, it’s important that you’re safe…
Have you been looking for USCG forms but don’t trust the sites they pop up on? Does it seem like you can find one form on one site and then have to go searching again to find the other forms you need? As vessel owners ourselves, we always found that annoying and even wasteful. So,…
The Best Reasons to Get United States Coast Guard Documentation When you have finally taken the plunge and purchased your first yacht or large pleasure boat, you want to relish every moment you get to spend at sea with your family and friends. There is a lot that goes into boat ownership so that you…
After spending a great deal of time and money to get your boat, you want to make sure you do all you can to keep it in the best shape possible so you can always take it out when you want to. Beyond maintaining the boat itself, you also need to make sure you keep…
If you are the vessel owner, you really need to consider registering your boat with the United States Coast Guard (USCG). If you do so, you will enjoy several advantages, including improved safety and security for you and the people you are transporting and simpler access to essential marine services. If you register your boat…
When you own and operate a car, you have different rules and regulations you must follow on the road and personally so that the vehicle is safe and legal. Owning a boat is no different, and following the rules is an important part of boat ownership. Along with the safety needs you must meet and…