It goes without saying that when you are looking to sell your boat, a lot of paperwork will be involved. Selling can take some time, and it often entails getting the boat in the best condition possible and making sure you have everything in order before you can close a deal. Beyond creating a bill…
It is essential to have a thorough understanding of the procedures for recreational vessel registration in the United States if you own a boat there. This article will overview the fundamentals of registering your vessel and suggest making the procedure as straightforward and uncomplicated as possible. Therefore, whether you are a new boat owner or…
Are you wondering the steps you need to take if your vessel was built abroad and you want to use it for commercial purposes? Then this might be the right article for you. We will explain to you everything you need to know about the Marad waiver. Let us now show you “the 5W”. What…
Any owner of a vessel registered with the USCG should invest in a vessel documentation search. The USCG provides the boats that serve as the industry’s fulcrum. Unfortunately, this indicates a lot of rivalry between these boats and their cargo. You may be confident that your vessel has not been engaged in any criminal activity…
When you own a boat, it is critical to ensure all the required documentation is in place. This comes with an abstract of title, which demonstrates that you are the legitimate owner of the vessel and gives you ownership rights. An abstract of title is a legal document that details the previous owners of a…
Are you tired of filling out Coast Guard vessel documentation on your own? Does it seem like this is something that you have to do without anyone being able to help you? We hear you loud and clear. The truth is that, for many, completing boat documentation is a lonely process. You have to figure…
Many many years ago our very own governors came up with an idea to protect American maritime activities. The problem was that, at the same time, the consequences of their actions were detrimental of foreign-built vessels intending to trade. That is the reason behind the creation of the Small Vessel Marad Waiver that we will…
If you’re a commercial boat owner, you are required by federal law to maintain proper documentation on your vessel. If your USCG certificate documentation has expired, it’s time to renew. However, if you are already 30+ days past your maritime documents renewal date, you will need to complete a reinstatement in order to comply with…
If your vessel is used for commercial purposes and it exceeds the net weight of 5 tons, it needs to be registered with the United States Coast Guard (USCG). If you use your boat recreationally and it also has 5 net tons or more you can choose to get USCG documented as well. Why would…
Buying a boat like a yacht or other large recreational vessel is a huge step for you. It represents a serious financial commitment on your part for the sale and the upkeep, maintenance, and care for the boat as long as you are the owner. Naturally, you want to take your time to make sure…
If you’ve ever picked the name of a child or a pet, then you know how important it is to pick the right name. The stakes might be a bit lower for naming a boat, but you still want to get it right. You want to have a name that you’re fond of, that you…
You still have a hard time believing it is true. One day, your dreams of owning a boat are just that – dreams. The next day, you have a bill of sale in your hand, indicating you are the new owner of a vessel that you know you will love sailing as often as possible.…
One of the questions we get asked more often at the Maritime Documentation Center is what is US Coast Guard Documentation? For that reason, we have decided to create this article, to further explain what that means. Basically, a boat that was registered with the United States Coast Guard (USCG) is referred to as a…
It is once again that time of year when boat owners get their boats ready for the enjoyment that can be had on the water during the summer months. When getting your boat ready to go out on the water, don’t forget to register it with the United States Coast Guard (USCG) and the state…
You may be new to boating and vessel ownership so understand the terminologies involved comes with a learning curve. Vessel ownership also involves a bit of paperwork filing and ensure that you are going about things in the proper legal manner. One of the first things to note is that if you own a vessel…