Did you just buy a boat and aren’t sure if USCG documentation is right for you? Are you only going to use it to have fun so you don’t see the point of documentation? Indeed, you may still want to document your vessel. There are plenty of reasons that folks have documented their recreational vessels…
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Working with Coast Guard Form 1258
Are you looking into buying a boat for the first time? Whether you are purchasing a ship for personal use for vacations, fishing, or sailing in luxury, or you want one for commercial purposes to start up or enhance a business, there are steps you need to follow that go along with the financial investment…
A Copy that Counts: USCG Certified Copy of a Certificate of Documentation
Are you looking for a way to stay in compliance with the USCG in terms of documentation, come what may? Do you worry about losing your Certificate of Documentation? As you may know, to be in compliance when you operate your documented vessel, you must have a Certificate of Documentation. A picture of it, something…
Don’t Forget Your Coast Guard License Renewal
With the summer months in full swing in the United States, boat owners all over the country have been getting their vessels out of the marinas and into the open waters. Now is the perfect time of year to take vacations for days or weeks, or just spend the day sailing an area, fishing, swimming,…
What Boat Buyers Need to Know About the Abstract of Title
Abstract of Title There are many things to keep in mind when you decide to buy a vessel. And one of the most important issues boat buyers need to know is the abstract of title. This document carries many complexities around. And getting a detailed information about those specifications can save you lots of time…
Our USCG Vessel Registry On Safe Boating During COVID-19
This blog is written during the COVID-19 pandemic. As vessel owners, we can adapt to pretty much anything. However, this pandemic has upended and disrupted the world, leaving plenty of uncertainty in its wake. Our USCG vessel registry online site is still open for business. As always, you can go to our site and find…
USCG Documentation Can Be A Bear – But We’re Here To Help You
A big boat is a huge investment. That’s why you need to take care of it. Maintaining it doesn’t only mean making sure that it’s motor and all parts are in perfect condition. But it also means that you need to take care of its proper USCG documentation to avoid forfeiture and penalties. After purchasing…
Boat Documentation Renewal from A to Z, Shore to Sea
Are you looking for an easier way to complete the boat documentation renewal? Have you ever tried to renew your documentation online yet it took far, far longer than it should? At our vessel documentation site, we don’t believe that renewal documentation, or really any vessel documentation, should be challenging or time-consuming to fill out….
Renew or Replace? The Economics of USCG Vessel Renewal
When the time comes to decide whether to renew or replace your vessel’s USCG (United States Coast Guard) documentation, it’s not just a matter of paperwork – it’s a financial decision that can impact your bottom line. In this guide, we’ll delve into the economics of USCG vessel renewal and help you make informed choices…
Initial Vessel USCG Application: Application to Boat How You Want
Have you found a great maritime business opportunity and want the right kind of vessel documentation to take advantage of it? Are you in the middle of your initial vessel USCG application and aren’t sure exactly which endorsement to choose? So much of the language that’s associated with vessel documentation is jargon, the kinds of…