Coast Guard Boat Documentation – What Are The Requirements to Follow

As the owner of a USCG boat, you must be familiar with Coast Guard boat requirements that must be adhered to maintain your vessel in compliance with the federal government’s restrictions. Following the Merchant Marine Act of 1936, the United States Coast Guard is responsible for enforcing several maritime safety laws, such as licensing and…

Boat Documentation You May Need: Notice of Claim of Lien

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…

One Place for Your Boat Licensing and Documentation Needs

Finding the right boat licensing forms for your needs shouldn’t be a scavenger hunt. We don’t believe that any vessel owner should have to scour the internet for their vessel documentation. Initial documentation on one site, change of address on another – we think that wastes the time of vessel owners as well as, ultimately,…

Why You Should Get an Abstract of Title Before You Buy a Vessel

Have you been checking a vessel out but aren’t sure if it’s the right one for you? Does your research tell you that everything is on the “up and up” when it comes to this vessel, but you want to be certain? That makes all the sense in the world. A vessel is an investment,…

Signs to Determine if You Need a Boat Documentation Renewal

Have you, as a boat owner, ever questioned whether or not you needed to do a boat documentation renewal? Wonder no more! It’s possible that, if you’re like the majority of people, you don’t give boat paperwork much thought until it’s time to renew it. But you should know that several indicators might tell you…