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…
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First Preferred Ship’s Mortgage: Why It’s the Preference of Many Vessel Owners
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….
Submitting to the US Coast Guard Boat Registry in Minutes
Being shipwrecked with your in-laws. Having to swim a capsized boat into shore. Cleaning the bilge by hand. These are just a few of the boating activities that vessel owners might find as annoying as getting their vessel onto the US Coast Guard boat registry. We understand that. After all, we’re vessel owners too. However,…
Do You Need a Vessel Certificate of Documentation and Where Does it Come From?
Hey there, ever wondered if your boat needs a Certificate of Documentation? At the National Documentation Portal, we’ve helped tons of boat owners figure out the whole documentation puzzle for their vessels, and we’re ready to do the same for you. Your boat might just be eligible for a Certificate of Documentation. Over here on…
An NVDC That’s On the Side of Boat Owners
Are you caught in a procrastination trap when it comes to tackling your vessel documentation forms? Do you find yourself unsure which boat documentation forms are the right fit for your unique situation? The endless quest to find the right forms, bouncing from one website to another, can be a daunting task. You don’t have…
An Alternative to the USCG Portal
When you take ownership of a boat for the first time, you will experience plenty of excitement. You likely cannot wait for that first time out on the water where you are in control, piloting your boat with pride. Before you can get your boat in the water, you do need to decide what you…
Boat Documentation Explained: the Notice of Claim of Lien
Are you contemplating the strategic move of initiating a “Notice of Claim of Lien” against someone, but find navigating the process challenging? Perhaps you’re a diligent worker left high and dry by a vessel owner who owes you for your toil. If so, we may be able to help. Here at the National Documentation Portal,…
Simplify the Coast Guard Boat Documentation Process Through our Portal
Tired of navigating multiple websites to complete your National Vessel Documentation forms? That’s why we established the National Documentation Portal, your one-stop hub for all of your Coast Guard Boat Documentation needs. We’ve streamlined the process entirely for your convenience. All the forms in one place, in an easy to complete way from practically anywhere…
What Is An Abstract Of Title? Understanding This Important Certificate
As the brand-new owner of a vessel in US waters, you may be wondering exactly what is an abstract of title? It is important as a boat owner for you to understand the principles behind this documentation, including learning how it can help you, and what information the title will include. As a brand-new owner,…
Make Dealing with the U.S. Coast Guard Vessel Documentation Center Easier
If you have recently purchased a boat, whether it is for recreational use or for commercial use for your business, you will find that dealing with the Coast Guard is going to become a regular part of your life. While you may undoubtedly see the Coast Guard out on the waters with your watercraft, you…