You are about to commit to purchasing a vessel from the previous owner, and want to know more about the boat before you put down the final payment. Just as you would want time to consider before making a large purchase such as a house or car, or even a diamond ring, so you should…
With everything that is listed for sale today, the opportunities seem endless when you want to make purchases like buying a car, a house, or a large boat. There are plenty of companies that sell these things brand-new, but there are just as many listed on the secondary market where you can make a purchase…
As a boat owner, you are probably aware by now that registration and paperwork are essential components to secure your vessel and remain in compliance with both state and federal requirements. When it comes to federal permits, the Maritime Documentation Center offers complete services of registration and lets you conduct a United States Coast Guard…
If your vessel is used for commercial purposes and it exceeds the net weight of 5 tons, it needs to be registered with the United States Coast Guard (USCG). If you use your boat recreationally and it also has 5 net tons or more you can choose to get USCG documented as well. Why would…
Have you ever been unable to locate your vessel or pondered whether or not it is still out on the water somewhere? In that case, you are not the only one. Many boat owners, particularly those who have their vessels documented by the Coast Guard, share this particular concern. Using a documented vessel search offered…