If you’re a boat owner, you’re probably aware of the need to keep your documentation up to date. It’s important to verify the state of your boat documentation regularly to be informed of any changes and make the necessary adjustments. The failure to have the proper documentation on hand may result in your vessel being…
Have you been researching a vessel before you purchase it but just aren’t sure what information you can trust? Does it seem like all of the information you find online about one vessel or another just doesn’t seem accurate? These are common, understandable problems that vessel owners have often. No one wants to buy something…
It is essential to have a solid understanding of the boat registration procedure and the responsibilities that come with it if you own a boat in the United States. Most individuals in the United States who own boats don’t give boat registration much thought until they are stopped by law enforcement for not having one.…
Are you the proud owner of a vessel that formerly served in the United States Coast Guard? If that’s the case, then you already know how critical it is to ensure that your yacht is always in pristine shape. Sadly, this may be a lot of effort, particularly regarding the paperwork involved, and the best…
Summer is already here and this might be your last chance to make sure your documents are in place before setting sail. Read on if you want to know whether or not your vessel needs to be registered, what the difference with state titles is, and what the Coast Guard boat requirements need to be…
Are you looking to get financing for your vessel? Do you love having a vessel, and you’ve come to realize that it would be easier to make everything add up if you had a Preferred Ship’s Mortgage? For decades, vessel documentation has made it easier to own and operate a vessel on your terms. Here…
When searching for a watercraft to purchase, you must consider the prerequisites established by the U.S. Coast Guard. When operating a watercraft on public waterways, the Federal Government has several stringent guidelines that must be followed. Before purchasing a boat, you must be acquainted with these regulations. It is feasible to own a watercraft without…
The USCG regulations manual serves as a comprehensive guide outlining regulatory requirements and safety standards for vessels operating in US waters. This manual is specifically designed for larger vessels, including commercial ships, passenger vessels, and cargo carriers, to ensure compliance with federal laws and promote maritime safety. Understanding USCG Regulations Manual One of the primary…
You’ve done it! You have just become the happy owner of a boat registered with the United States Coast Guard (USCG). Every year, all boats that are already going through Coast Guard registration need to re-register with the agency. In addition, as the word “registration” implies, you will be required to update your registration information…
So, what is a certificate of deletion vessel anyway? Essentially, it’s the paperwork you get when you’re ready to “remove” your boat from the government’s vessel registration system. To be removed from their database, you must provide documentation that your vessel is no longer operating or registered. Because you no longer operate a vessel or…
Are you heading out on the water with family and friends to celebrate summer? Do you plan on having great parties out on the water? June, July, and August – those are the months that vessel owners look forward to all year long in North America. Warm summer sun, cool water, a gentle breeze –…
If you are a long-time boat owner, then it is likely that your vessel is registered with the United States Coast Guard, and it is equally likely that you know the certificate of documentation that you had to obtain when initially licensing the boat has an expiration date that is either one year or five…
The “Preferred Ship Mortgage” is one of the ways that you can go about securing boat loans. Typically, this particular kind of mortgage is for vessels that are over 26 feet in length. For boats that are smaller than that, the title and a notation of the security interest recorded on the title should be…
“Abstract of Title” vessel documents are important documents to acquire, particularly when you’re going about the process of buying a boat. These are documents you’re definitely going to want to look at for a variety of reasons. As with many of the forms that you can find at our site, the “legalese” in the documents…
If you are the owner of a vessel that has been removed from the database of registered vessels maintained by the United States Coast Guard (USCG), then you will be required to provide the USCG with a Certificate of Deletion. This certificate serves as proof that all official documents about your vessel have been completely…