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Documenting Your Boat

Tips for Documenting Your Boat in the USA

You must be familiar with and abide by paperwork regulations if you own a boat in the United States. Vessel owners in the US have been obligated to maintain certain documents since the first ships were registered.  Documenting  your boat  will need pictures of your boat’s hull, ports, windows, locks, equipment, antennae, speakers, water line…

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Abstract of Title for Beginners

If you are just taking your first steps in the boating industry, you will probably not be familiar yet with the different boat denominations, or even with the pertinent boat documentation. When people reach us, we are often asked questions like “Does my vessel have to be documented with the United States Coast Guard (USCG)?”…

Vessel documentation

The Benefits of Using the Vessel Documentation Online Portal

The process of handling USCG Documentation for vessel owners and operators can be complex and time-consuming. However, with the advent of digital platforms the task has become much easier and more efficient. This article explores the numerous benefits of utilizing the Vessel Documentation Online portal for all your USCG Documentation processing needs. Simplified Application Process…

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How to File Coast Guard Form 1258?

If you are considering purchasing a yacht or other large vessel, either for commercial or recreational purposes, it is important that you start to familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations set forth by the U.S. Coast Guard. You want to make sure you are in complete compliance with all the laws so that you…

what is a USCG documented vessel

What Is A USCG Documented Vessel? Find the Answer Here!

“What is a USCG documented vessel?” is asked by many boat owners. If you are one of them, then it is crucial to understand that these USCG documented boats are the vessels recorded in the U.S. Coast Guard’s database of vessels that have been documented (USCG). These papers are issued and registered with the United…