You have just bought a boat that has been previously documented with the USCG. This means that the hailing port of the boat might not be the same as that which is listed on the documentation, and this could lead you into serious difficulties with the Coast Guard. The same can also happen if you…
There is a common misconception among new vessel owners regarding recreational vessels, such as yachts, and their registration with the United States Coast Guard. Some people will say you only have to register commercial vessels, but they’d be mistaken. If your yacht fulfills the criteria outlined below, you will have to get your yacht documentation…
If you’re going to purchase a yacht, the bill of sale will be an important part of the transaction. In legal terms, a boat bill of sale is a document that confirms that ownership has been transferred from one person to another. It will be required to properly title and register your watercraft in your name….
When you want to register your vessel in US waters, you need to contact the US Coast Guard. They are the people who document vessels operating from US ports. Anyone who owns a car knows that they have to sign a lot of forms to get the necessary paperwork to drive on the highway, and…
After much consideration, you’ve decided to get rid of your yacht. Great! Nevertheless, the transaction cannot be formalized until a boat bill of sale has been obtained. A bill of sale is a legal document that facilitates the transfer of ownership between a buyer and seller according to
Boat documentation is very important for owners of boats. And we will discuss why it’s important and how you can get it done. Boat documentation is evidence of ownership of a boat. Having such a document with you is mandatory when you want to sell or transfer your request to a ship. You must have…
Do you think you may need a Certificate of Documentation for your vessel but aren’t sure? Does it seem like the rules for who does and who does not require such a certificate are arbitrary at best? Over the years, we’ve helped so many vessel owners with that exact quandary. For many, this is the…
You may have dreamed of owning a vessel for many years, and finally you are able to make your ambitions come true by purchasing a second-hand boat. Once you are the proud owner of the new ship, you have to make sure that it is fully protected, and that you are free from risk if…
Are you in the process of documenting a vessel yet are stumped by section J? Do you know that you want to use your vessel for one business or another, but aren’t sure how to stay in compliance with the powers that be while you do so? There are many benefits to having a Certificate…
Vessel documentation is just one way that we can help boat owners. Remember: before we got into vessel documentation, we were folks who were just really into boats. You can’t be in the business of vessel documentation without being people who just love being around boats, being in boats, and simply just being a part…