Boat Licensing vs. Boat Registration Explained

“I already have my boating license, do I really need to get boat registration, too?” We hear some version of that question often. A variation we hear: “I got my vessel registered. So, that counts as a boat license, right?” The truth is that they’re very different things. We can help with one of them.…

Boat Registration Renewal Today, Tomorrow, and Well Into the Future

Think of things that you have to do annually: pay for your car registration, renew certain forms and licenses, taxes, and so forth. With many of those, you’re given multiple reminders. As much of that is national in scope (such as taxes), they could come up as topics of conversation with friends and family, which…

Common Boat Registration Documents for Your Transfer

A boat registration transfer in the United States might seem like a massive hassle if you’re the current owner. You only need a few essential pieces of paperwork to finish the procedure. The process of changing boat ownership requires the submission of specific documentation. Some of the most frequent forms of identification requested throughout the…

A Little Background on Boat Registration in the United States

It is essential to have a solid understanding of the boat registration procedure and the responsibilities that come with it if you own a boat in the United States. Most individuals in the United States who own boats don’t give boat registration much thought until they are stopped by law enforcement for not having one.…

A Boat Registration Overview – Things to Know Before Shipping

If you own a boat and reside in the United States, you must be familiar with the boat registration and titling procedures mandated by the state where you live. Ensure to acquaint yourself with the rules that regulate these things in your region since each state has its own set of laws that govern these…