As a legal record, the vessel abstract of title details the vessel’s history of ownership beginning with its construction. It’s a safeguard for you, the owner if a disagreement occurs with a potential buyer or lender. A well-functioning one is essential if you sell your boat, so keep it in good shape. Boat owners must…
As a ship owner in the United States, you should know the advantages of CFR 183 documentation. Such paperwork may facilitate trade between the United States and other countries. The word “jurisdiction” describes the boundaries of an administrative body’s authority to make and uphold the law. Historically, the federal government and the various states in…
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…
Whether you are purchasing a boat for the first time or want to update your paperwork, you must understand the many forms of boat documentation and what each means for you. In this piece, we will discuss the many forms of boat paperwork and advise how to choose the most applicable documentation for your vessel.…
Are they seeking a shield from potential legal action? You may be a vessel owner. In such a case, you could be curious about the value of records such as vessel documentation. Because of their mobility, boats are subject to a different set of regulations than automobiles. When boat owners go into seas they aren’t…
The new vessel documentation certificate is essential paperwork demonstrating that you are the vessel’s owner. You should store it somewhere secure and notify the U.S. Coast Guard if there is a change to the information on your plate. When you first acquire a boat, there are many things to learn about managing it and what…
Have you already applied for renewal or reinstatement and you are still waiting for your USCG documentation papers to come along? Are you worried you haven’t received any news from the authorities yet? Maybe you want to have everything ready for your favorite fisheries season but still can’t get past twiddling your thumbs. Back in…
When you see a boat listed for sale that you’re interested in, your heart immediately jumps at the prospect of owning a boat you’ve only dreamed of in the past. You can imagine yourself out on the water, enjoying the ocean air, the sights and sounds of the sea, and all the adventures your boat…
You’re getting ready to buy a recreational boat and are very excited about all the possibilities you have in front of you for fun and adventurous travel. You’ve been seeking the advice of other boat owners, talking to friends, and even checking out social media groups and online forums to get as much advice and…
Understanding all that goes into boat ownership takes time, and you may want to look at all the regulations and nuances involved before you finalize a sale and become a boat owner yourself. Things may seem confusing as you start looking into things like registering your boat versus getting documentation. Depending on your state of…