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…
Does it seem like it’s more challenging to complete your vessel documentation than it should be? When you sit down to complete your forms, do you try to find someone who can help? That’s what our NVDC is designed to do. Throughout your journey of vessel ownership, it is crucial to maintain compliance with the…
It can seem like vessel documentation is specifically made just to be confusing. Some of the terms can be hard to parse at best. One we get quite a few questions about is “MARAD Waiver” This isn’t a form of documentation that every single vessel owner will have to be concerned with. However, if you…
There’s a certain amount of superstition on the water and if you’re the proud owner of a new watercraft, you may be wondering if is it bad luck to rename a boat. Whether you simply want to give your boat a name you’ve always dreamed of or the boat comes with a name you can’t…
Are you interested in getting financing on your vessel? Does a “Preferred Ship’s Mortgage” sound appealing? A mortgage can make it possible for you to have the vessel you’ve always dreamed of. Yes, a mortgage is a commitment, but it’s one that may get you out on the water in your perfect boat. Over the…
Set sail into the world of yachting sophistication as we explore the art and science of superior yacht documentation. The National Documentation Portal unveils exclusive tips for discerning captains, ensuring every voyage exudes elegance and compliance. The Essence of Yacht Documentation: A Discerning Captain’s Priority Beyond Compliance: Elevating the Yachting Experience with Proper Documentation: Uncover…
Owning a business that uses a smaller boat as a piece of the operations has been something you have wanted to do for a while. You finally have your business plan in place, have the financing you need, and even have a vessel in mind that would be ideal for you to use for your…
As of this writing, it’s August. Yes, that means that in many places, summer is still in full swing. The days are warm, the sun high in the sky, and it may seem like summer lasts forever. However, one look at the foliage will tell you that’s not the case. Autumn is almost here, and…
Owning a vessel requires a lot of form filling and paperwork, and if you happen to sell your boat, or want to transfer it to another person, then you will need to apply for a transfer of ownership certificate. This type of documentation will show the Coast Guard that you have completed a transfer, and…
Has something happened with your vessel and you aren’t sure what to do next? Was there a change in your life and you don’t know how to square it with your boat documentation? These are the kinds of situations that we created the National Documentation Portal to be able to help vessel owners with. Here,…