Renewing the documentation for your vessel may not be the most glamorous aspect of boat ownership, but it’s an essential responsibility. Vessel documentation renewal ensures that your vessel remains in compliance with U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) regulations and retains its legal status. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the process of Documented…
Buying a boat is an exhilarating experience, but it’s also a significant investment. Whether you’re a seasoned boater or a first-time buyer, ensuring your boat’s history is clear of hidden issues is crucial. This is where a documentation lookup comes into play. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore why every boat purchase should begin with…
Do you want to use your vessel in a commercial capacity? Have you been planning on using your vessel as part of a maritime business? That can be a great, great way to make money, to live the life that you want. That said, to be able to do so, you want to be in…
Have you ever wondered “Can a bill of sale be handwritten for a boat?” Are you in the process of buying or selling a boat and aren’t sure what you have to do? Understanding everything that goes into the sale or purchase of your vessel can be a bit overwhelming. To ensure your safety and…
Any time that you engage in a substantial transaction like buying a house or a car, you know that there is going to be necessary paperwork to go along with taking care of the deal. It does not matter if you are the one doing the selling or the buying – you are still going…
The government shutdown has affected a number of industries, and maritime services are not exempt from agency problems. The shutdown affects the handling of maritime services in a number of ways. Firstly, because they are not paying their staff, there is a lack of personal in your offices to handle paperwork, and secondly because they…
Documentation for your vessel lasts for the span of one year. That may seem like a long time, but it really isn’t. Think of all of the things you have to do in the course of a year. Think of all of the things you have to do in the course of a year just…
Have you been looking for all of the USCG Forms that your vessel may need, but are unable to find them in one place? Are you tired of going all over the internet just to find the forms that your vessel requires? Here at the National Documentation Portal, we don’t believe that finding proper vessel…
Of the many forms you can find at our site, the USCG Satisfaction and Release form might be one of the most misunderstood. These forms deal with the satisfaction and release of a vessel mortgage and lien on your boat. Obviously, this isn’t a form that will be relevant to everyone. However, for those who…
Are you a vessel owner considering a mortgage for your craft? If so, then you may want to consider obtaining a preferred ship’s mortgage. A preferred ship’s mortgage is one of the most popular types of loan when it comes to vessels. To be eligible for this mortgage, your vessel has to meet certain criteria….