A USCG Abstract of Title is a Big Help to You

Most of us are reluctant to buy anything today without doing some kind of work to get background information. Everything from the smartphone and computer you own to the television and appliances you buy to the restaurants you visit all involve doing some research to make sure you are making a decision that is right…

Preferred Ship Mortgage Explained

The “Preferred Ship Mortgage” is one of the ways that you can go about securing boat loans. Typically, this particular kind of mortgage is for vessels that are over 26 feet in length. For boats that are smaller than that, the title and a notation of the security interest recorded on the title should be…

MARAD Wavier Explained

Of all of the different forms on our vessel documentation services site, the MARAD Waiver, or the MARAD Small Vessel Waiver Program, specifically, is one that we get the most questions about. To be clear, this is not a kind of vessel documentation that will apply to all that many boat owners. That being said,…

USCG Documentation Endorsements: Endorsing Your Vessel for the Job

Are you in the process of filling out your initial USCG documentation form and have gotten to the “endorsement” part? Are you unsure about which endorsement is right for your vessel? This may seem like a small thing, but it’s actually quite important. Picking the right endorsement makes it possible for you to use your…

Find Every Boat Documentation Cost in Our Online Forms

If you’re wondering how to find every boat documentation cost in our online forms, you’re in the right place. Here at the Maritime Documentation Center’s office, we understand that finding the most accurate information and services related to your marine needs is challenging. To make your experience even simpler, we offer several ways so that…

Why Is The Abstract Of Title So Important For Boat Buyers?

Purchasing a big recreational boat with an abstract of title, such as a yacht, is a significant life decision. While you own the boat, you’ll be spending a lot of money on both selling it and keeping it maintained and cared for.  For you, purchasing a yacht or other large vessel is a significant undertaking.…