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Writing a Boat Bill of Sale Step by Step

If you are about to get yourself in the middle of a sell-buy transaction, learning how to write an appropriate boat bill of sale is definitely something you must know how to do. Legally, this document is used to transfer ownership from one party to another. In a way, it is similar to getting a…

Preferred Ship Mortgage

Buying a Boat? Get a Preferred Ship Mortgage

Much like buying a home or vehicle, purchasing a boat often requires financing. This involves taking out a loan that you will make monthly payments on until it’s paid off. Also like financing a home or vehicle, there are several kinds of loans you can use to buy a boat. Paying cash is the best…

Efficient USCG Vessel Lookup on Our Website

Did you know that the MDC provides quick lookups of USCG vessels that may be done online? Our objective is to provide information that assists boat owners in complying with maritime legislation more readily available to them. The Marine Department of Conservation (MDC) offers a convenient online USCG vessel lookup that will inform you of…

USCG official documentation number

How and Why Do You Need a USCG Official Documentation Number? 

If you own a boat exceeding five net tons, you’re required to secure a USCG official documentation number. To simplify this process, consider utilizing the services of Vessel Registrar Center, a trusted partner in streamlining vessel documentation. Do All Vessels Need a USCG Official Documentation Number?  Not all vessels need this number; it’s exclusively for…

The New Facts About USCG Vessel Renewal in 2022

It is essential for a person who owns a boat in the United States to be current on the most recent modifications that have been made to the USCG vessel renewal process. Recently, the Coast Guard announced that there would be some significant changes in 2022, and unfortunately, those changes will not be beneficial for…