Learning about vessel registration and its significance before purchasing a boat is smart. Registering a boat with the appropriate authorities at the state and federal levels is a legal requirement. To the uninitiated, this may seem like unnecessary red tape, but rest assured that it is there for your protection and to help you get…
Are you the proud owner of a vessel once used by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) and want to ensure that your ownership is correctly documented? Then you don’t need to seek further since we are here to assist you with the coast guard bill of sale 1340! When buying or selling a vessel…
Understanding Coast Guard Registration versus Documentation Do you want to make sure that your vessel is fully protected in the water? You may be uncertain whether registration or documentation is the best way to go forward, and depending upon the type of ship that you have, you may not know which the right option to…
Have you been trying to find more info about vessels but don’t know who to trust? Does the idea of completing a vessel documentation search sound daunting? Embarking on a journey to uncover the comprehensive history of a vessel can be a daunting task, especially when armed with limited information. You can search documented vessels…
Wondering how to sell a documented vessel? You’re in the right place. The process doesn’t have to be scary or time-consuming. While filing documentation when you sell a watercraft is important, the process has been fully automated and you can do all of it online, saving time and energy. So how is it done? This…
Buying a boat is a big decision, and you never want to enter into a deal without doing some background work of your own. The last thing you want to do is spend thousands and thousands of dollars on a ship you know little about, only to find that once you have it that there…
Are you looking to buy a new vessel and want to know as much as possible before you buy? Do you want information about a vessel that you can absolutely trust? Those are just some of the reasons to get a Coast Guard Abstract of Title. This form is an absolutely indispensable part of the…
Before you go out for a great time with friends and family on the water, do you submit a float plan? Do you know what should be in one? Completing one is always a good idea. This is a crucial safety document that should be completed before embarking on any boating trip. It provides important…
Do you find yourself a bit unsure as to when you have to renew your vessel’s documentation? Does it seem like the rules surrounding boat registration renewal are befuddling at best and arbitrary at worst? Even experienced vessel owners, who have spent much of their lives on the water, aren’t always 100% sure about when…
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…