Do you need to fill out one or more USCG forms, but it feels like you can just never find the time? Have you sat down to complete any form of Coast Guard documentation, only to procrastinate and procrastinate until you don’t get it done? That doesn’t mean there’s something wrong with you, rather, there’s…
Have you been looking for a way to deal with your Coast Guard documentation that’s actually simple to use? Does it feel like every time you go online to fill out your forms, it’s far, far more difficult than it should be? That’s why we designed our Coast Guard portal. Through it, you’re able to…
Our staff is always more than glad to answer any questions that our customers might have about USCG forms. “Which ones are right for me?” “How do I know if I’m eligible?” “Can you walk me through the process?” Those are examples of some of the questions we get. Another common one: “what is a…
If you own a boat, you are well aware of the plethora of USCG forms you must have on board to legally operate your vessel. Boating is a terrific way to experience a sense of independence—the possibility of spending time outside without ever having to leave your house. If you’re looking for a way to…
The US Coast Guard Bill of Sale is one of the documents that may be used as proof of ownership when getting involved in a boat transaction. On one hand, it will show that a transaction took place between a buyer and a seller. On the other hand, it transfers the ownership of a boat…
The form CG 719s or plainly the application for a merchant mariner credential is a credential issued by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) in accordance with guidelines of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers to United States seafarers in order to show evidence of a mariner’s qualifications. In…
Are you unsure which USCG forms are right for your vessel? Does it feel like every year or so there’s another form of documentation you have to get for your boat and you aren’t sure what it is? That’s not just you. The truth is that vessel documentation can seem confusing and opaque even to…
What does a Merchant Mariner Credential allow operators to do? Lawfully operating any commercial vessel more than 21 feet long requires a Merchant Mariner Credential. To prove their mastery of the essentials of running a commercial ship on the high seas, operators must take and pass a series of written and practical examinations developed by the…
Are you looking to get financing for your vessel? Do you love having a vessel, and you’ve come to realize that it would be easier to make everything add up if you had a Preferred Ship’s Mortgage? For decades, vessel documentation has made it easier to own and operate a vessel on your terms. Here…
Paperwork is part of the process when you transfer ownership of your boat. While they can be overwhelming and frustrating, it’s important to fill out your USCG form 1258 properly to avoid lengthy processing times and possible penalties. Just like when you buy a car, buying a boat means documentation that is required to finalize…