Do you want to secure a boat loan but don’t know how? Has financing your vessel been a bit trickier than you might like? That’s where a Preferred Ship’s Mortgage (and then later, a Satisfaction of Mortgage form) can come in quite handy. With these forms (and others) you can get that loan you need…
If you’re a US vessel owner, it’s essential to know how the Omicron variant could affect your vessel. As a boat owner, you want to make sure that you are compliant with all United States Coast Guard (USCG) regulations. Recently, there has been some confusion over how the Omicron variant affects boats sailing in US…
Have you been trying to stand up to date with your vessel documentation? Are you concerned about getting late fees for turning in your documents just a moment late? Do you have so much “on your plate” right now that it’s difficult to keep everything straight? As vessel owners ourselves, we absolutely know that feeling.…
If you are new to the boating world you probably may have come across some of the boating vocabularies you are not yet familiar with. Terms like “Marad waiver”, “claim of lien” or “change of endorsement” are pretty common when it comes to vessel documentation, but if one is not yet habituated he or she…
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…
Any boat emergency kit can keep you safe and sound while you’re sailing on rough water or seas. Most shipwrecked cases are a result of the crew not carrying an emergency boat kit. If you go sailing, either for three hours or several days, you must ensure that you have a plan, in case…
Aside from your vessel documentation, there are other things to consider to sail properly in the US. The United States Coast Guard establishes minimum standards for recreational vessels and associated safety equipment and must be in compliance with its standards, specifications, and regulations for performance, construction, or materials. Life jackets Each person on board must…
Are you the owner of a ship registered in the United States? In such a case, you must have a working knowledge of the CG 1258 form. As part of their responsibilities to conform with maritime law, owners of vessels registered in the United States are required by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) to…
When dealing with a Certificate of Documentation, such as getting a certified copy, a replacement, or deletion, it’s important to know there exists a form for each one of these options. Let’s take a look at them so you can figure out which one you need. Applying For A Certified Copy Of Documentation If you…
If you’ve recently purchased a boat or you decide your boat’s current name isn’t working for you, you may be wondering if can you rename a boat. The short answer is yes, but there’s a bit more that goes into it than simply making the decision to make the switch. Changing what your vessel is…