You are the proud owner of a new boat, and want to put it to sea as soon as possible after the purchase completes. If you are intending to use the boat for anything other than pleasure – even once a year – then you will need to submit an application to be registered with…
Vessel owners who are members of the United States Coast Guard are well aware of the need to keep their paperwork current. Also, most owners dread having to check in to the USCG’s Vessel Documentation search website to make changes. We’ve got fantastic news for you! There is a new search option on the USCG’s…
Buying a recreational or commercial vessel is a big step for you to take. Whether you are starting up a commercial fishing or charter business, or just purchased the yacht of your dreams so that you can sail where you want when you want, you have a lot of time, money, and effort invested in…
We’re all busy. Each of us has so many things to do, you want to be able to save time on every task that you can. The more time you spend with paperwork, documentation and the like, the less time you spend enjoying yourself, with friends and family, or just having a good time. That’s…
So you need to send some documentation to the Coast Guard, and have been struggling for a few weeks now. The bureaucracy of the USCG means that you have to complete all of the forms correctly each time, and with all of the documentation and evidence that is required. You might have thought that this…
Many responsibilities are involved when you enter into boat ownership. You have the financial aspect of ownership that you need to live up to, but you are also responsible for the maintenance and upkeep, the safety and security, and understanding what you must do to keep the vessel at its best. One aspect you do…