Boating can give you happiness. There’s something about the water that soothes the mind. It can be the feeling of bonding with Mother Nature or the delicate sounds of water. No matter what it is, boating can give you happiness. It’s also an affordable alternative to any recreational activities. Although purchasing one isn’t cheap,…
Vessel Transfer of Ownership Form: More Than Just Buying a Vessel
Has it come time to sell your vessel? Or, alternatively, have you closed a deal and are going to buy a new vessel? Should that be the case, then it’s probably time to utilize the vessel transfer of ownership form at our site. This is the form that will enable you to transfer ownership of…
Only Two Steps to Process Your Boat Transfer of Ownership Form
Has it come time to transfer your boat to a new owner? Are you considering bringing in a new owner to your ownership team and aren’t sure exactly what that would entail? When it comes to vessel documentation, you can’t be too careful – particularly when it comes to transferring ownership. Those are just some…
Vessel Documentation Renewal Step by Step
No documentation validity lasts forever. After the indicated expiration date that figures on the Certificate of Documentation, you must apply for vessel documentation renewal. The procedure is rather simple, as you can find the right form on the website, and filling it is easy as well. Keep in mind that renewal is valid before the…
When Do You Need a Transfer of Ownership Form?
Millions of people go boating in the United States every year so it’s no surprise that you might want to sell your boat and buy a different one at some point in time. In either case, there will need to be a transfer of ownership form, whether you are transferring ownership of a boat or…
USCG Vessel Documentation: Top 8 Common Questions Answered
Owning a ship in the United States might lead to quite a few questions regarding the paperwork you need to comply with the USCG vessel registration. Let’s see what you need to get started. What Is USCG Vessel Documentation? Vessel documentation is the process of registering a vessel with the
The Connection Between the Coast Guard and a Boat for Sale
Are you looking to purchase a recreational boat for yourself? Looking for a boat is a lot like shopping for a car or truck. There are dealerships you can turn to so you can look at new boats, but there is also a large secondary market where you can find boats for sale from dealerships,…
How to Go Through the Coast Guard License Renewal
When you first receive your Merchant Marine Credentials (MMC) so that you can captain a commercial vessel, it is a momentous step for you and can open up some great career opportunities. Once you have your credentials, it is important that you do everything necessary to maintain them and renew them when you need to…