Should you panic? Many boat owners would feel anxious. After all, the abstract of the title serves as a crucial document for boat owners. It provides a comprehensive record of the boat’s ownership history and any recorded liens or encumbrances. But mistakes or errors can occasionally occur. They can lead to inaccuracies in this title. …
Have you been looking for a site that has all of the USCG documentation forms that you might need for owning a vessel? Are you tired of finding one form at one site, then having to go to another one to find the rest of the forms? We hear you. Those are just some of…
State titling and USCG documentation are the two effective alternatives for titling your yacht. There are some similarities between the two, but there are also some important distinctions that you should be aware of before making a choice. However, even though the process of state titling is often more accessible and less costly than obtaining…
Selling a vessel involves a series of steps. Previously, it would take a lot of time to find a buyer. But in 2024, thanks to technological advancements, selling it has become more straightforward. However, it is vital to understand the nuances and potential benefits of selling an undocumented boat. Read this entire post so you…
When you are the owner of a new vessel, you might want to know more about its history and previous owners. In order to do this, it is important that you understand exactly what is a documented vessel, what such a document can tell you about your boat, and what it means for you as…
Do you wish to finance your boat? If you do, then there are various requirements you need to meet. One of them is to show the bank your USCG documentation. You can submit your requirements to the USCG National Vessel Documentation Center directly. But if you wish to make the process quicker, you may use…
If you own a yacht in the United States, you know the need to maintain a boat documentation renewal. However, renewal might be a pain, mainly if you are unsure how to get started. Because of this, we have compiled this helpful guide that will provide you with information on renewing the paperwork for your…
As a boat owner, you know the annual need to update your vessel documentation. However, what if you don’t have the time to visit the USCG office in person? Or maybe you’ll be out of town when your subscription expires and need to renew it. Don’t stress; you may update your paperwork digitally and avoid…
A bill of sale is probably familiar if you’ve ever purchased or sold a boat or watercraft. It’s a legal document used to transfer ownership of a boat, whether it’s a motorized or non-powered vessel. Taking a boat off the state’s registry is impossible without evidence of ownership. In order to register a vessel, both…
One of the less glamorous sides of being the owner of a boat is definitely the task of making sure that all of your relevant admin and paperwork is in order. It might not be something that you think about when you have visions of fun and adventure on the water, but it is certainly…
If you own a vessel that falls under the jurisdiction of the Coast Guard, you may be curious about what exactly registration is and why it’s required. Every vessel owner in the United States is required to do a Coast Guard registration on their vessels. Any commercial or recreational vessel’s port and starboard sides must…
Knowing whether or not a certain boat that you wish to purchase is documented is vital for various purposes. For one, the documentation is issued to comply with the legal requirements. Furthermore, the documentation will facilitate financial transactions. It is also used to verify ownership. There are various ways to confirm a boat’s documentation status.…
Is it in your plans to start looking for Coast Guard documentation by name? If so, then you know how important it is to have paperwork for your vessel. If you do not have it, it is possible that you will not be permitted to operate your boat or even renew your registration. There is…
Unless you are buying a brand new boat and are going to be its first-ever owner, the chances are that any vessel you come into ownership of is already going to have an established name. Of course, adopting a new boat is just like adopting a new pet, the name they were once given might…
When you are considering purchasing a boat like a yacht, you want to make sure you give serious consideration to all your options before you make a final decision. There may be several boats you are interested in, and before you make the leap to buy one, it is a good idea to get as…