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…
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Do you need a copy of your Coast Guard documentation but aren’t sure of the process of going about getting one? Did you lose a copy of your Certificate of Registration and don’t know where you are in terms of validity? The Certificate of Registration is a crucially important document for many vessel owners. It’s…
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You should be aware that the boat title transfer and recording for the sake of insurance might be a bit of a challenge if you are a yacht owner. But there’s no need to worry since we’re here to assist you! In this article, we will take you step-by-step through the process of changing your…
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When purchasing or selling a boat, you’ll require a Bill of Sale at some point in the process. Ownership, the amount paid, condition, and any warranties or guarantees offered by the seller are all documented in a bill of sale for a boat. You’ll also need this form to register with several state and federal…
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It is now possible for USCG vessel owners who need to search a particular vessel by HIN and Official Number to do so via our search USCG Free portal or a the National Vessel Documentation Center’s (USCG DATABASE – NVDC) website. Additionally to the Hull Identification Number (HIN) and Official Number, this new feature enables…
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One of the first steps you’ll need to do as the owner of a USCG vessel is to register your boat with the Maritime Documentation Center. However, how long does it take to get a boat registered? What more do you need to do to have your yacht registered? This blog article will find all…
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We all know how satisfying it is to fulfill your mortgage if you’re a property owner. However, this does come with a lot of paperwork in order to properly rectify the new state of their ownership. For example, if you are placing a mortgage on a vessel, you will need to apply for an NVDC…
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No matter what you are trying to do today, you know that if you must deal with a government entity or department that it is bound to be a frustrating experience. Government at all levels moves notoriously slowly, has cumbersome systems, difficult to read applications, and jargon no one can seem to decipher. On top…
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Do you worry about missing your boat registration renewal deadline? Does it seem the renewal process is far more complicated than it should be? We agree. That’s one of the major reasons that we started the Maritime Documentation Center in the first place. Our aim is to make every part of the vessel documentation process…
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When you are planning on purchasing a yacht or other large vessel for use, it is important that you take the time to learn the rules and regulations set forth by the United States Coast Guard (USCG). The regulations the Coast Guard has must be followed so that you can have your vessel in the…
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For those who possess a USCG vessel, the Maritime Documentation Center requires registration. However, how long does it take to get a boat registered? Like so many other boat owners, do you fear registering your yacht with the US Coast Guard? You are not alone, but you’re not the only one. It may seem complicated…
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When you are the owner of a business and make use of boats to run or operate your business, you have a lot involved with that you must take care of. Naturally, making sure your vessels are safe, secure, and well-maintained is one of your main concerns. You also want to make sure that your…
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If you are the owner of a boat and your paperwork with the Coast Guard has expired, there is no need for alarm! You can do Coast Guard Coast Guard documentation renewal without starting the application procedure from the beginning again from scratch. You must never operate your boat without the appropriate paperwork, but what…
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When you purchase a boat, it is standard practice to take out a particular type of loan known as a Preferred Ship Mortgage. These are a traditional type of bank loans, in operation for more than a century, which gives you special allowances on your mortgage, in exchange for the bank placing a lien on…
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Have you been trying to find out more information about one vessel or another yet you’re struggling to find sources that you can trust? Does it seem like everything online isn’t on the “up and up?” Before you buy a vessel, you need to have all of the information in front of you that you…
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