There can be many reasons why you might want to sell your boat. Perhaps you have not used it as often as you thought you might when you first bought it and feel you would be better off letting it go. It may be that you are ready to purchase a newer vessel or one…
Heavy weather can be a dangerous condition while you’re out on the water. Even if you’re careful enough, the dangerous combination of weather and water can still surprise you. During the boating season, heat waves can bring storms unexpectedly. They’re worse than getting seasick. The good thing is that you can take steps to ensure…
It’s never too early or too late to decide on boating gifts. Some of the National Vessel Documentation Center favorite items could be kits, items that fit the season and things that could offer safety to the boating experience. One of the most popular ones is a fender kit in assorted colors. Small fenders are…
There can be many reasons why you might want to sell your boat. Perhaps you have not used it as often as you thought you might when you first bought it and feel you would be better off letting it go. It may be that you are ready to purchase a newer vessel or one…
Vessel dealers are like real estate agents. People ask them to find US Marine Boats they can purchase. Ship owners hire them to represent them when they need to sell their vessel. As for the commissions, it’s usually the seller who pays it, not the buyer. But brokers have an obligation to both the buyer and the…
“So how do I get started with vessel compliance?” “What do I need to be able to take my vessel out and do what I want with it legally?” Those are some of the questions we’re most often asked. We get it. You paid for your vessel, you put it all together and now you…
There’re some common mistakes or reasons boaters make that make them require a tow. Either by omission or ignorance, these basic errors happen almost every day. Keep in mind these USCG NVDC tips to prevent a tow. They may save you some good money and some painful headaches. Problem with gas One of the most…
Are you looking to get your next vessel but want to make sure that you have as much information as possible? Have you been doing your research yet you are uncertain if you can trust the information you’ve found? This is a problem for all prospective vessel owners. One of the best steps you can…
Are you the owner of a USCG vessel? If this is the case, you will need to check with the United States Coast Guard to ensure that your boat has the appropriate documentation on file. US Coast Guard vessel documentation is essential for two reasons: first, it guarantees that your boat is registered with the…
You may have reached a point in your life where you are ready to sell the current boat that you own. Perhaps you just think it is time to sell because you do not use the boat as much anymore, or it may be that you are looking to upgrade to a larger or different…