The weather is getting more beautiful all over the country as spring slowly leads into summer. This means you will need to start thinking about getting your boat to have it ready for your first trek out into the waters for the year. A lot of preparation goes into getting your vessel sea-ready as you…
Regardless of the state in which you mostly will use your boat, and the size and purpose you will give to your vessel, you should keep in mind that some type of governmental authority, whether federal or at a state level, will keep an eye on your vessel by conducting regular inspections. Other than those,…
If you’ve been reading these blogs for any length of time, then you know that we take great pride in offering all of the vessel documentation services that you might need. That means that we have all of the Transfer/ Exchange, the Preferred Ship Mortgages, the Change of Address forms and everything else. When you…
For many middle-class Americans, owning a boat is the stuff of fantasy. Those lucky enough to possess a yacht on their own should be aware of the various legal requirements of the privilege such as yacht documentation. The United States Coast Guard has stringent regulations regarding private boat documentation. It is crucial to familiarize oneself…
Purchasing a big recreational boat with an abstract of title, such as a yacht, is a significant life decision. While you own the boat, you’ll be spending a lot of money on both selling it and keeping it maintained and cared for. For you, purchasing a yacht or other large vessel is a significant undertaking.…
If you’re a U.S. citizen and own a boat, there are specific requirements you need to meet to keep your vessel legally afloat. The U.S. Coast Guard is responsible for making sure all owners of boats and ships in our waters comply with the law, so if you’re not familiar with the regulations, it’s essential…
Have you been researching a vessel that’s somewhere other than America and aren’t sure what information you can trust? Did you try filing an “Abstract of Title” on a boat in the United Kingdom and find that it isn’t applicable? This is something that happens more often than you might think. At the Maritime Documentation…
If you are in the market for a new vessel, you must do your homework and become knowledgeable about all available possibilities for making a purchase. Buying a vessel that already has an abstract of title attached to it is a possibility that you have at your disposal. This article will give information on what…
Initially, you must ensure that your coast guard document renewal is completed annually to keep it valid. Those who haven’t yet had to renew their registration may discover that working with the Coast Guard is not as straightforward as they would have hoped. To locate and complete the application for renewal on the Coast Guard’s…
While most yacht owners are aware of USCG Certificates of Documentation, only a minority are aware of where they may get a copy of the real USCG Abstract of Title. There are various reasons why having a valid title on your boat is important. If you own a USCG vessel, you must regularly maintain your…
As a vessel owner in the United States Coast Guard, you may be wondering, “what does coast guard documented vessel mean in 2022?”. When you have Coast Guard papers, you may prove to the public that your boat has been registered with the United States Coast Guard and meets specific requirements. Vessels with this certification…
Is your vessel bill of sale out of date and needs updating? In such a case, one must be aware of the situations in which one is necessary. In today’s article, we will discuss the circumstances in which you must have a bill of sale for your vessel. Read on to get all the knowledge…
The number of foreign ships that enter U.S. ports is significantly affected by the MARAD waiver. Because of this program, foreign-flagged boats are exempt from some of the strictest regulations for entering U.S. waters, which makes it simpler and more suitable for such vessels to port in our nation. Ship owners that urgently need to…
Have you been debating whether or not to file a notice of claim of lien against someone and their vessel? Did you do some work for someone in regards to their vessel and they didn’t pay you back like they said they would? When that happens, it can be incredibly frustrating. Fortunately, you don’t have…
If you have been doing your fair share of research now that the summer is in full swing, because you want to make sure all of your United States Coast Guard (USCG) documentation is in order, you might have come across the abbreviation NVDC, short for the National Vessel Documentation Center. If that were your…