Do you feel like your vessel’s documentation needs to be renewed soon, but you aren’t sure how to do so? Does it feel like when you sit down to complete vessel documentation forms that it’s all much harder than it should be? Documentation renewal is one of the most common reasons that folks use our…
Have you been through a series of life changes, and aren’t sure if you’re still in compliance with regards to your vessel documentation? Did you go through a major change, such as a move, and aren’t sure what the next step is? We designed our NVDC to make it easier to always be in compliance…
What exactly are you looking to get on the water for? Is it just for fun? Or are you thinking of engaging in commercial activities such as people transport or fishing? There is an answer to every question. Learn how to document your boat with these easy instructions. Next year is just around the corner…
There’s so much you want to do before you purchase a boat. After all, you’re buying a boat: this is not a small thing. This is a purchase that you’ll remember for the rest of your life, whether you’re buying a five net ton vessel for your new commercial fishing business, or if you’re purchasing…
If you are the owner of a Coast Guard boat, you must be aware of the modifications that have been made to the document renewal cycle. The new procedure will require owners to do their Coast Guard document renewal every two years instead of every five years as was previously required. This modification made the…
Registering your boat with the Coast Guard is not as difficult as imagined. The Coast Guard’s straightforward, step-by-step system makes registering and documenting your boat easy. If you plan to use your boat in U.S. waters, you must abide by several federal laws. In terms of importance, the USCG Navigation Act of 1920 and the…
Are you in the process of selling your boat and want to make sure that you have everything taken care of? Does it feel like you need a boat bill of sale to complete the transaction? That may be the case. Unless, of course, you own a documented vessel. If your vessel is documented, then…
You are the proud owner of a brand new vessel, and have been dreaming of this day for a long time. However, just as you start to live the life that you have always wanted, you discover that things are not as simple as they may seem. One area where you may struggle is in…
The time has come for your Coast Guard documentation renewal … probably. If you’re like many vessel owners, it’s natural to not be 100% sure when that’s taking place. You do know that you have to get it renewed once a year, but you may not be exactly sure just when that is. As vessel owners…
You are contemplating buying a boat, and want to know more details about its history. Running a background check on any vessel is very important, as it can throw up details about the boat’s past life that would otherwise have remained hidden. In order to conduct this check in the most effective manner, you should…
Hopefully, this field guide has provided you with a better understanding of the Transfer Exchange of USCG Documentation. Your yacht should be knowledgeable about the transfer procedure, regardless of whether you are transferring ownership to the new owner or the boat has already been sold. Legally, the transfer of documents is not required in most…
Things to Consider about Vessel Documentation and a MARAD Small Vessel Waiver Typically, commercial passenger vessels need to have been built in America in order to operate in U.S. waters. This tends to be a strictly enforced requirement, but should you own a vessel of foreign or unknown origin, there is a way for you…
Have you been looking for a way to get financing on your vessel? Does it seem like getting your vessel documented is something that could benefit you, but you aren’t sure about all of the specifics? If so, you’re in the same position that so many vessel owners have been over the years. You’ve found…
Do you have an eye on a vessel that you’d like to buy, but you aren’t sure if you’ll be able to afford it? Would you like to get financing for a vessel that you plan on documenting with the Coast Guard? If you’re going to get your vessel documented, you may be eligible for…
Does it make sense to go through the hassle of filling out the MARAD waiver? Owners of USCG vessels thinking about submitting this form may be curious about what is required of them and whether or not it is essential. In this article, we will investigate the waiver’s nature and its potential benefits to the…