The US Coast Guard Bill of Sale is one of the documents that may be used as proof of ownership when getting involved in a boat transaction. On one hand, it will show that a transaction took place between a buyer and a seller. On the other hand, it transfers the ownership of a boat…
Owners of foreign ships that want to operate in the United States must first get MARAD waivers. This is because vessels registered in the United States are required to adhere to several safety standards that their overseas counterparts are not necessarily required to observe. Some of the significance of MARAD exemptions will be highlighted below. …
The MARAD Waiver program of the Maritime Administration is a critical tool for American shipowners and operators, allowing them the operational flexibility and assistance they need to make necessary adjustments to their operations. It is important for shippers who are worried about the effect of this waiver program on the piers they use to keep…
Did you renew boat registration for your vessel this year? Does it seem like it’s been a while since you did so? So many vessel owners all over the U.S. aren’t exactly sure when their vessel registration should be renewed. While it does have to be done annually, it’s exactly the kind of task that…
Are you a boat owner seeking a straightforward and hassle-free method of boat registration renewal? There is the option of the Coast Guard’s online renewal mechanism now being provided to the public. You won’t have to go down to the Coast Guard station in your town to have your boat registration renewed if you use…
Vessel registration. Simply reading those words might make you think of hours spent in front of a keyboard, typing every letter out while the day (and night) passes outside. Or, even worse, perhaps it makes you think of hunched over a piece of paper, writing everything out as legibly as possible, lest your forms are…
If you are the vessel owner, you must grasp the documentation that proves your ownership. We’ll go through what the Abstract of Title is and how to interpret it in this piece, which will help you better understand it. It’s critical to comprehend the papers that prove your possession. An abstract of title, often known…
You wanted that yacht you saw for sale online. Every day you would spend time looking at the pictures, reading the description, and imaging yourself sitting on the deck of the ship enjoying the breeze off the water. You could go fishing, take exotic vacations, or just enjoy quiet time on the lakes and ocean…
When you buy a registered vessel with the United States Coast Guard (USCG), you are obligated to get a title for it and register it with the USCG (USCG). To do this, you need to have an abstract of title for the vessel—an abstract of title details a vessel’s current owner and previous ownership transactions.…
Have you had your eye on a particular vessel but aren’t sure if it’s a good idea to buy it? Did you do your research on a vessel yet don’t know if you can trust what you’ve found? These are concerns that potential vessel owners have had seemingly forever. Before you purchase a vessel, you…
Are you uncertain about whether or not you have to get US Coast Guard documentation for your vessel? Have you seen vessel owners in your lake, river, bay, harbor, ocean, or anywhere else that have documentation and are unclear if it’s right for you? It can be confusing, as so many different kinds of vessels,…
If you are the owner of a USCG vessel, likely, you are already acquainted with the USCG portal. However, were you aware of several advantages to using our service instead? In this piece, we’ll go over four reasons why using our service rather than the Vessel Portal is preferable. Your paperwork and the scheduling of…
Some boat owners question what they may do with their USCG satisfaction of mortgage. If that’s the case, you’re not alone. You’ll be relieved to know that you have a plethora of choices. Buying a yacht is a significant financial commitment, and you’ll need enough cash on hand to pull it off. For many individuals,…
With the summer in full swing, this might be your last chance to ensure that your papers are appropriate before the USCG catches you if we may say so, off guard. This article will tell you everything you need to know about the US Coast Guard boat requirements: when you need to register your vessel,…
You should remember a few things if this is your first time buying or making a USCG Certificate. This article will discuss some of the best practices to guarantee a problem-free implementation. Read on for some valuable pointers, whether you’re a first-time USCG watercraft owner or need a refresher. Here are a few things to…