If you are looking to buy or sell a boat, you should know that there is a fair amount of preparation involved for either side of the transaction. If you are buying a boat, you will need to obtain a Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC), save the necessary funds, locate a seller, and negotiate a…
Are you in the market to buy or sell a vessel? If so, you are certainly not alone. In Canada, there is a healthy and robust secondary boat market. Boats are significant investments, and brand-new vessels can be cost-prohibitive for the average boater. Fortunately, there is great value to be found when purchasing a boat…
Owning a boat is the culmination of a lifelong dream for many. It’s understandable–the freedom one can enjoy with your own vessel is nearly unparalleled. Before you take it to the seas with your friends and family, however, there is a bit of paperwork that you will need to get acquainted with. If you are…
When you buy a boat in Canada, you have to fill out different forms. Fortunately, you can speed up the process if you go through the National Vessel Registry Center to complete registration or licensing. However, if you’re required to register your boat, you need to fill out a form 6 bill of sale first.…