If you are a US vessel owner, you may wonder what the procedure is for dumping a boat, whether it is no longer seaworthy or the proprietor has chosen to move on. Whether you already have a customer in mind and are just trying to close the deal or just seeking to unload your craft…
If you own a U.S. vessel and plan to transport it across the border into Canada, you must follow a few simple steps to ensure the boat is correctly recorded. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) takes this precaution because they want to ensure that you are not attempting to evade tax payment on any…
Many people believe that finding a customer comes after getting their yacht in top condition in preparation for selling it. The ownership of your watercraft must be settled first, though, which is a crucial stage. This is because it will be extremely challenging to sell the U.S. vessel in its current state if it is…
If you are a US vessel owner, you may wonder what the procedure is for dumping a boat, whether it is no longer seaworthy or the proprietor has chosen to move on. Whether you already have a customer in mind and are just trying to close the deal or just seeking to unload your craft…
If you own a U.S. vessel and plan to transport it across the border into Canada, you must follow a few simple steps to ensure the boat is correctly recorded. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) takes this precaution because they want to ensure that you are not attempting to evade tax payment on any…
Many people believe that finding a customer comes after getting their yacht in top condition in preparation for selling it. The ownership of your watercraft must be settled first, though, which is a crucial stage. This is because it will be extremely challenging to sell the U.S. vessel in its current state if it is…
“How long does it take to get registration?” is a question we often get from boat owners interested in getting their vessels registered at the Maritime Documentation Center. The rules and procedures that must be followed when wishing to own and operate a boat in the United States are complex and time-consuming. One of the…
Have you heard that the United States Coast Guard (USCG) maintains a vessel registry? When you own a vessel registered with the United States Coast Guard (USCG), you have access to a range of critical maritime services and resources, among other advantages. In the following article, we will introduce the Ship Registry System and highlight…
Did you just purchase your first US vessel? Or, have you gotten your first vessel in some time, and you aren’t sure about how to proceed in getting the right documentation? We designed the Maritime Documentation Center for vessel owners of all kinds. Whether this is your first vessel or your thousandth (or any number…
Do you wish to register a vessel offshore? If that’s the case, there are a few things you should keep in mind to ensure a simple and trouble-free experience. This may seem like a lot of work, but ensuring your ship abides by U.S. maritime law is necessary. The United States Coast Guard (USCG) provides…