Post by nervusenrgy on Apr 13, 2023 8:00:14 GMT -5
I am putting an offer on a 2017 28 Express very soon. I live in VA and will be keeping it at a marina in DC (closest marina with open spots). The dock master there suggested I get a USCG Official Documentation certificate so that I can register the boat in DC without having a DC address. Benefits include no sales tax when I buy it and no VA personal property tax. I'm looking at the USCG requirements and the big one says:
"To be eligible for U.S. Coast Guard vessel documentation, recreational vessels must be wholly owned by a U.S. citizen and measure a minimum of five net tons. Vessels greater than 27 feet are likely to meet the five net ton minimum requirement."
My question is, the weight of a 2017 28 Express is "officially" 7,585lbs. Is that the "Net Tonnage"? If not, how do I find out what the net tonnage is?
Thanks!!
"To be eligible for U.S. Coast Guard vessel documentation, recreational vessels must be wholly owned by a U.S. citizen and measure a minimum of five net tons. Vessels greater than 27 feet are likely to meet the five net ton minimum requirement."
My question is, the weight of a 2017 28 Express is "officially" 7,585lbs. Is that the "Net Tonnage"? If not, how do I find out what the net tonnage is?
Thanks!!
. You need a bigger boat---you will eventually, so you might as well get it now. Just kidding, but a smidgen of truth.