Boat Documentations

Boat Documentation: Past, Present and Future

Boat documentations used to be much more difficult to deal with than it is now. In the past, the process was far more arduous than it is today. When we started our site, we did so with the expressed idea that we simplify the vessel documentation process for regular, working vessel owners, who didn’t have…

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USCG Documentation transfer

When Life Changes Course: USCG Documentation Transfer Options

Have you ever found yourself navigating the unpredictable waters of a sailboat race? It’s an experience that encapsulates the thrill, frustration, and exhilaration, all within a matter of seconds. The race’s outcome hinges on factors beyond anyone’s control, such as the wind, waves, weather, and more. Just like adjusting a sailing course due to changing…

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Initial Vessel Documentation

Where to Perform Your Initial Vessel Documentation for Your Yacht

Initial Vessel Documentation Owning a yacht is such a goal for a lot of people. To own your vessel and being able to use as you please is an amazing feeling. As a new owner. There are many things you need to keep in mind. Other than the obvious details, the most important is legal…

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Notice of Claim of Lien

What is the Notice of Claim of Lien and Where Might You Need One?

Did you do work on or for someone’s boat and they never paid you what they said they would? Have you felt frustrated and angered, like there’s nothing you can do? It may seem that way, but it’s not the case. There is a way to fight back, to get the owner to pay you…

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List of Documented Vessels

Is There a List of Documented Vessels?

You have been perusing the for-sale listings of recreational boats for a while hoping that one will jump out at you that has a description that entices you to get more information. If you have never looked at yachts or luxury boats for sale before, you may see a lot of jargon and abbreviations that…

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USCG documentation transfer

USCG Documentation Transfer: Complete the Task Easier Than Ever

Are you looking to sell your documented vessel and want to take care of all of the paperwork properly? Or, are you purchasing a documented vessel and wish to have the USCG documentation transfer go as smoothly as possible? Here at the National Documentation Portal, we can help.  When the time comes to part ways…

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Understanding about Code  CFR Part

Understanding about Code 46 CFR Part 67

The excitement you feel at the prospect of buying a boat may be unmeasurable. It does not matter if the boat is for your personal recreational use or for part of your business; just the fact that you are going to own a vessel is enough to make you smile. Before you get too far…

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change name of boat

Yacht Documentation Renewal: As the Seasons Change

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…

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USCG Documentation Renewal

USCG Documentation Renewal: Your Annual Nautical Tune-Up

Every boat owner knows the thrill of the open water, the wind in your hair, and the adventure that awaits. But behind those unforgettable moments lies a vital responsibility: documentation renewal. Think of it as your boat’s annual nautical tune-up, ensuring it’s ready to navigate the seas legally and safely. In this article, we’ll dive…

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USCG Documentation Portal

Hurricane Preparation Tips and More from Our USCG Documentation Portal

With hurricane season nearer than you think, are you prepared? Do you know what to do should a hurricane come to your port? Yes, there’s only so much you can do in the event of a hurricane. However, you want to be as prepared as possible. Our USCG documentation Portal was always designed to be…

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