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You Need a Bill of Sale for Your Boat Transaction

You Need a Bill of Sale for Your Boat Transaction

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…

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NVDC Satisfaction of Mortgage

Fully Satisfied: What to Know About an NVDC Satisfaction of Mortgage

At our site, we take pride in having just about all of the different forms of documentation that a person might need through the course of vessel ownership. That said, not everyone will need every form that we have at our site. One form we’re often asked about is the NVDC Satisfaction of Mortgage. The…

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Documenting a Vessel

Documenting a Vessel Made Easier

In the not so recent past, there was nothing particularly easy about documenting a vessel. In fact, it was basically the opposite: it could feel like the process was as onerous as possible. Instead of making it easy to get the documentation you needed, it could seem like the process was being made intentionally difficult….

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Boat Documentation Site

A Few Words about Safety from our Boat Documentation Site

This blog was written in the spring when the world seemed to wake up from the winter. The sun is out, it’s actually warm and there’s a sense of possibility in the air. This is the perfect time to be on a boat. Sure, the water might be a little cold (depending on where you…

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FAQs about Documented Vessel

FAQs about Documented Vessel

If you have been following the development of a particular start-up firm, you have become familiar with the idea of a documented vessel at this point. This type of watercraft is exempt from some elements of federal laws that address safety and registration requirements for boats, according to the Coast Guard’s interpretation of those regulations….

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USCG application for documentation

What You Can Do After Your USCG Application for Documentation Goes Through

Did you just send in your USCG application for documentation and are wondering: “now what?” Do you have a nagging feeling in the back of your head that there’s something you have to do to stay in compliance? So many of the vessel owners we talk to didn’t get started in boating so that they…

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HIN Number

HIN Number: Your Vessel’s Unique Identity

Embark on a journey into the heart of vessel identification as Vessel Documentation Online unveils the importance of HIN. Much like maritime DNA, the Hull Identification Number (HIN) is a vessel’s unique identity, offering a wealth of information about its origin, construction, and compliance. In this article, discover how HIN Number plays a pivotal role…

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USCG Documentation Search

Tips and Tricks for an Efficient USCG Documentation Search

Embarking on a USCG documentation search doesn’t have to be a challenging voyage. The National Documentation Portal is your compass, offering tips and tricks to navigate these seas efficiently and uncover the information you seek. Understanding the Importance of USCG Documentation Search Before diving into tips, it’s essential to understand why a documentation search matters….

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registering a boat with the coast guard

Step by Step Guide For Registering a Boat with the Coast Guard

Whether you are a completely new, first-time boat owner, or you have simply decided to upgrade your existing vessel, the one thing that you absolutely cannot forget to do is make sure that you register your new property with the coast guard. This is something that is absolutely essential for every vessel on the water,…

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Documentation Center

Crafting a Seamless Experience with a Documentation Center

In the intricate world of maritime operations, a Documentation Center serves as the compass guiding vessels through legal waters. In this guide, presented by Vessel Documentation Online, we unveil the art of crafting a seamless experience with a Documentation Center, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and a smooth sailing journey for vessel owners. The Essence of Efficiency…

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