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Find Your Vessel with Precision Using Coast Guard Registration Search

Embarking on a maritime journey is more than just navigating the seas; it’s about finding your vessel’s unique identity. In this guide, Vessel Registrar Center unveils the art of precision in Coast Guard Vessel Registration Search, empowering owners to uncover maritime treasures with accuracy and confidence. Coast Guard Vessel Registration Basics Significance of Registration: Vessel…

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Is the US Coast Guard Boat Certification for Commercial or Private Vessels?

First-time boat owners wonder whether it is necessary for them to register their vessels by obtaining a US Coast Guard boat certification. The short answer is “It depends.”  To Obtain US Coast Guard Boat Certification or Not The United States Coast Guard (USCG) offers boat certification for both commercial and private vessels. The certification requirements…

When Do You Need USCG Approval?

If you’re in the market for a boat, you’ve probably asked yourself, “Do I need USCG approval for my vessel?” As you may expect, there is no easy solution to this problem. Looking through the documentation that comes with a boat, whether new or old, should be your first step. You don’t require USCG permission…

Complete the Preferred Ship Mortgage Form with Our Help

Do you need to take out a loan before you can afford to buy a vessel? If so, then you might want to think about taking out a particular type of mortgage known as a preferred ship mortgage. This is a great way to protect your vessel and make sure that you can get the…

Coast Guard Documentation

How We Make the Coast Guard Documentation Process Easier for Everyone

Does the Coast Guard documentation process seem more complicated than it should be? When you sit down to try to actually complete your documentation, does it feel like it takes too long? We understand how important both your time and your money are. Thus, we do everything in our power to streamline the documentation process…

Who Owns a Documented Vessel

Finding Out Who Owns a Documented Vessel

The maritime world is full of intricacies. One of the questions that often arises is: Who owns a documented vessel? These are ships that traverse the oceans and waterways are protected in a veil of privacy. The identities of the owners are concealed. Is there a way to unveil the owner?  Knowing Who Owns a…

Learn More about a Boat with the Coast Guard Abstract Of Title

Buying a new vessel can be a big decision, and you need the right information in order to put down your money on a particular boat. To get the right information, one of the most important pieces of documentation will be the Coast Guard Abstract of Title. This can tell you lots of information about…

What Is A Documented Vessel Bill Of Sale?

You are completing the documents to finally buy the boat you have always wanted. Money has traded hands, and you think that all that you have to do is just pick up the boat, and sail out into the ocean. However, there is one more thing to do, and many people overlook it in the…

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Pros and Cons of Documenting a Vessel: Making the Right Choice

Do you own a boat? Are you considering having your vessel documented? While documenting your vessel can bring many advantages, there are some things to keep in mind. Understand what documenting a vessel means, and learn more about the pros and cons of documenting a vessel before deciding if it’s right for you. At our…

Do You Need to Get Coast Guard Boat Registration?

That beautiful boat you have had your eyes on for months is finally going to be yours. It has been years since you first started thinking about buying a yacht like this, and now that it is in your sights you cannot wait for that first chance to get your boat in the water. When…

Reasons It’s Necessary to Register Your Boat with the Us Coast Guard

It is mandatory for individuals who own boats in the United States to register their boats with the U.S. Coast Guard. Most boat owners must comply with this registration procedure; however, there are a few exemptions. Registering your boat with the Coast Guard is required for legal and safety reasons for several different reasons. Every…

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Is the Abstract of Title a Vessel Title History?

If you are in the process of purchasing a boat, you might want to find out what an Abstract of Title is. What details can you find in this document? The pieces of information in this document are vital for your lender if you need one. Your loan may only be approved until the lender…

Transfer Exchange of USCG Documentation

You’ve got a boat that you’ve enjoyed quite a bit, but it’s time to move on from it. Maybe you’re giving this vessel to someone in your family. Perhaps you’ve decided to sell it, get as much as you can for it, and then see what the future brings. No matter why you’re selling the…

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How the USCG Documentation Bill of Sale Ensures a Secure Boat Purchase

The excitement of acquiring a new boat can sometimes overshadow the importance of proper documentation and a well-structured transaction. However, the USCG Documentation Bill of Sale is a key element that ensures a secure boat purchase. In this article, we’ll explore the crucial role of the Bill of Sale in safeguarding your boat purchase, with…

Boat Documentation Renewal Made Simpler and Faster

If you are the owner of a yacht and work as a vessel safety inspector (VSI) for the United States Coast Guard (USCG), then you know how essential it is to maintain current paperwork. Until recently, boat documentation renewal was a time-consuming procedure requiring you to fill out papers and send them in. This step…