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USCG Vessel Documentation Status

Should You Check Out the USCG Vessel Documentation Status of the Boat Before Investing in It?

 You may love staring out of your window on a sunny day hoping you could be out there. How? Getting a boat can help you achieve it. Now, your friend knows about someone selling a pre-loved boat. It’s quite big. Should you check the boat’s USCG vessel documentation status first before investing?  What is the…

USCG Vessel Documentation Search

Finding Boat Owners Who BUI Through a Vessel Documentation Search

Boating under the influence is a term used to describe the “act of operating a boat or watercraft while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.” It is similar to driving under the influence of motor vehicles. If you have been involved in a boating accident and you suspect that the owner is BUI, you…

USCG Vessel Documentation Renewal Fee

Is the USCG Vessel Documentation Renewal Fee Fixed?

Boat ownership entitles you to have great experiences on the water. But it can also give you headaches when it comes to documentation. It is like a vehicle. Your boat must be registered or documented. If your boat is at least 5 net tons, you need to have it documented with the USCG. And the…

USCG Vessel Documentation Search by Name

What are the Uses of USCG Vessel Documentation Search by Name?

It is easy to navigate paradise when you have a boat. You can set sail at any time. Furthermore, having a boat means that you can use it for commercial reasons later on. If you see a boat that you want to purchase, you may conduct a USCG vessel documentation search by name to know…

USCG Transfer of Documentation

How to Process USCG Transfer of Documentation with Existing Liens?

It is an exciting adventure to own a boat. Not everyone has the privilege. However, if your boat has existing liens, your voyage can become a bit more complex. This is why you need to process the USCG transfer of documentation to ensure that liens are properly addressed. The transfer will also go on smoothly. …