When you purchase a boat, it is standard practice to take out a particular type of loan known as a Preferred Ship Mortgage. These are a traditional type of bank loans, in operation for more than a century, which gives you special allowances on your mortgage, in exchange for the bank placing a lien on…
When purchasing a boat from a private seller, no matter if it is going to be for recreational or commercial purposes, it is strongly recommended to conduct a vessel documentation center search by vessel name or, at least, USCG number. With all of the necessary information straight from the United States Coast Guard, you might…
Getting your vessel documentation is important. Renewing it is important, too. That way, you’re never without the documentation. You don’t want to get boarded or otherwise caught without it. That’s why we make it easy to not just get your documentation the first time, but to maintain it, too. In this blog, we’ll go over…
As you probably already know, the United States Coast Guard (USCG) is the maritime security, search and rescue, and law enforcement service branch of the United States Armed Forces. Their mission is to protect America’s maritime borders, facilitate the legitimate use of the waterways, and suppress violations of US Federal law. How do they achieve…
The National Vessel Documentation Center (NVDC) is critical to the maritime sector. The U.S. Coast Guard has just informed you that your vessel is due for a 5-year documentation renewal, and you’re wondering what you need to do to get it done. Now, where do you even begin? What are the steps and requirements? Which…
Spending time with your family and friends at sea can help you create special memories. It is one of the reasons many Americans want to own a boat. If you have a boat and you have learned about the benefits of USCG documentation, you might be considering obtaining one. You may use our national vessel…
Have you gone through some changes in your life, such as where you live, and you aren’t sure how they affect your vessel documentation? Are you concerned about staying in compliance with the USCG even as you go through a period of transition? We know that, when life changes, essentially the last thing you want…
Spring is a time of renewal. The flowers are blooming, the leaves are sprouting, and the air is warming up. If you own your recreational vessel, you’ve probably been thinking about taking it back out on the water. Perhaps you’ve done so already. On some spring days, it can feel a little chill. However, on…
If you own a vessel or are about to do so, it is important to be well-informed about everything surrounding the boat itself. Rules and regulations, boating vocabulary, and maps are just some of the many items you should know about if you don’t want to risk paying costly fines. The United States Coast Guard…
When you sit down to complete your vessel documentation, does it feel like you’re on your own? Have you ever wished that there was someone to talk to about your documentation, someone that could make the entire process that much easier? That’s what our National Vessel Documentation Center was essentially designed to do. We’re on…
Have you been trying to find more information about a vessel but aren’t sure where to turn? Do you have some info about a vessel and are looking for more from an unimpeachable source? If so, we can help. We know that, in our modern, digital age, there is more information about vessels available than…
Boats can offer freedom and adventure that driving your car or flying on an airplane can’t offer. Owning or captaining your boat can boost your sense of self-confidence. It can give you a newfound sense of freedom. But before you sail along the coast for a weekend, make sure that you have the necessary national…
When you make the decision to become the owner of a vessel in American waters, you are essentially signing a contract to promise that you are going to uphold all of the various maritime standards that are implemented in the region to maintain order and safety across the industry and the boating community. Complying with…
Documentation is not merely a formality; it’s a strategic process that influences the entire maritime journey. In this article, Vessel Registrar LLC, a leading third-party agency for USCG Documentation processing to NVDC, shares advanced tips for elevating your vessel documentation game. Whether you’re a seasoned boat owner or a maritime professional, these insights will guide…
Did you spend all winter cooped up, waiting for the moment when you could take your boat back out on the water? Has it just been too long since you took your vessel on the rolling waves and under the warm sun? Summer is finally here in North America, and it’s time to get back…