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The Proper Vessel Documentation

The boat of your dreams finally belongs to you. You have thought about buying a boat like this for a long time, and the sale is just getting finalized so that you can take ownership of that beautiful new boat. Once the boat becomes yours, you will want to get it out on the water as soon…

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Abstract Of Title

All You Need to Know About the Vessel Abstract of Title

When it comes to maintaining your boat, there is much information you need to be aware of. Throughout this blog article, we’ll be discussing the necessity of understanding the abstract of title for your vessel. We’ll also go through the steps to get your yacht listed for sale. Vessel Abstract of Title contains information about…

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Coast Guard Documentation

Coast Guard Documentation for New Boat Owners (and Everyone Else)

Have you just purchased the vessel of your dreams and are now wondering if it’s time to get Coast Guard documentation? Or, alternatively, have you been around boats for many years, but this is the first time you’re going to have one documented? Even if you’re experienced with boats and the water, vessel documentation can…

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Vessel Documentation Online

Vessel Documentation Online: Efficient, Simple, and Easy

When you sit down to complete your vessel documentation forms, do you feel like you’re stuck inside on a summer day while your friends are outside playing? This isn’t meant to evoke unpleasant memories but to draw a parallel with the frustration that can arise from the process of vessel documentation. If you find yourself…

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hailing port

What Is A Hailing Port? A Quick, 2022 Updated Guide

A “hailing port” is undoubtedly a familiar word to boat owners, but what does it mean? When you get your boat registered and licensed, you’ll need to use a hailing port. There are times when you will need to designate a different hailing port than the one listed as your home port. While these two…

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Having Trouble Dealing with the USCG Documentation Center

Having Trouble Dealing with the USCG Documentation Center?

You are trying to get your business in order so that you can have your commercial vessel ready to get started and your new business venture can get off the ground. You have done everything you think that you need to do, but you keep having trouble getting your Certificate of Documentation (COD) from the…

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Coast Guard vessel documentation

The Importance of Coast Guard Vessel Documentation and Safety

Coast Guard vessel documentation is important. When you’re in compliance with it, you can go out on your boat with peace of mind. Whether you’re on the water for commercial reasons or recreational ones, you’re free to do as you please. However, no matter what reason you’re on the water, you have to be safe….

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Register a Boat

How to Register a Boat From Anywhere at Any Time

Have you been trying to figure out how to register a boat but it still seems like more of a challenge than it should be? Are you on the fence, so to speak, about whether to register your boat or not? Here at our vessel documentation site, we have helped many over the years to…

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Staying Safe in Your Documented Vessel this Autumn

As great as being out on the water is during the summer, there’s something special to being out on the water during fall too. The changing of the leaves, how it’s reflected in the smooth water, the brisk air – there’s nothing like it. Unfortunately, COVID-19 is still a concern this fall, whether you’re on…

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Boat Registration Renewal

Your Boat Registration Renewal Checklist

Renewing your boat’s registration is a crucial responsibility that ensures you can continue enjoying your maritime adventures without any legal hitches. However, vessel registration renewal can sometimes seem complex and daunting. Fear not! In this guide, brought to you by Vessel Documentation Online, we’ve put together a comprehensive Boat Registration Renewal checklist to help you…

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