Are you in the process of figuring out whether or not you want to get a Coast Guard documentation number? Have you looked into it and are still on the fence? The truth is that documenting a vessel isn’t an option for every vessel. Indeed, some don’t qualify. By that same token, there are those…
Are you looking forward to the application for initial exchange or replacement of certificate of documentation? If so, you should know that certain vital documents and paperwork must be filled out to complete the procedure. It’s easy to get overwhelmed when it comes to paperwork. In order to transfer ownership of an already-documented boat, the…
Most individuals interested in purchasing a property will almost certainly go with the option of getting a preferred ship mortgage loan. When it comes to boats, there are a few things that need to be taken into account to get a favored ship mortgage. Before purchasing this kind, read this article. Here we will review…
“You mean I have to do this again?” That may not be how every vessel owner reaches when they find out that they have to renew their vessel registration, but we’ve heard similar versions of this sentiment for many years. Yes, it’s true. You do have to renew your vessel registration. In fact, you have…
Don’t you know where to start with your United States Coast Guard (USCG) Certificate of Documentation? Have you noticed how hard it is to find a site that easily explains what you should do to get or even how to process it online? That is the reason behind the creation of the Maritime Documentation Center:…
Can you sail in the winter? The United States Coast Guard has provided some winter-safe boating guidelines. Always dress for the weather, insulate your ship, and measure the ice thickness before setting off. If you remember these safety tips, you may have a great time boating in the winter without worrying about getting in trouble.…
Do you want the freedom to use your vessel how you want? Have you gotten everything together that you need to get your commercial boating venture “off the ground” (so to speak) and don’t want to be hassled? That’s what a documented vessel number can do. Depending on your vessel and your circumstances, the Maritime…
As a vessel owner, you know how many demands there are on your time. A vessel is seemingly always in need of some improvement, some work, some form of maintenance. This is true in the middle of summer, the middle of winter, the middle of a ride on the water and basically any other time.…
Once you take ownership of the boat you have been looking at, you want to think about the best ways available to you to get it registered. If you have a large pleasure craft like a yacht, you do have options for registration open to you. For commercial boat owners, the law dictates that you…
When it comes to secured financing, a preferred ship mortgage is a special kind of secured loan against maritime assets, most often vessels and cargo. It is an exciting alternative for owners of ships and boats searching for financing since the interest rates are pretty cheap and several lenders provide these products. The marine sector…
Do you want to bring in a new co-owner with your vessel but aren’t sure of the best way to go about it? Does one member of your ownership group want out? These are the kinds of things that happen all of the time when you own a vessel with others. Maybe your ownership group…
Want to find out more about a vessel but don’t trust online sources? Have you narrowed your search down to a couple vessels that you really like, yet want to have as much information as possible? No one wants to spend the money on a vessel without being in possession of all of the facts.…
Has something in your life changed and you aren’t sure how it pertains to your vessel documentation? Or, alternatively, has something with your vessel changed, and you know you have to update your documentation but you aren’t sure how to do it? We know how frustrating that feeling can be. That’s just one of the…
The primary concern of our national documentation center is, of course, documentation. That’s what we’ve built our business around, what we offer to vessel owners of all kinds. However, while documentation is critically important, it’s important to be safe on the water, too. That’s true at all times of the year, but it’s especially so during the fall.…
Are you ready to take your boat out for a spin? Before hitting the water, it’s important you ensure to be fully equipped for your trip. This means making sure all of your paperwork is in comply with USCG Documentation. The Vessel Registrar Center is a private firm that allows users to process ship documentation online…