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Working with Coast Guard Form 1258

Are you looking into buying a boat for the first time? Whether you are purchasing a ship for personal use for vacations, fishing, or sailing in luxury, or you want one for commercial purposes to start up or enhance a business, there are steps you need to follow that go along with the financial investment…

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Coast Guard Boat for Sale Rules

Coast Guard Boat for Sale Rules

When you have a boat for sale, eventually you’re going to need a bill of sale. In fact, you may want the bill of sale even if you never end up selling the boat. It gives you the capability to transfer any liens or fines to the new owner along with ownership. Of course, as…

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USCG Certified

A Copy that Counts: USCG Certified Copy of a Certificate of Documentation

Are you looking for a way to stay in compliance with the USCG in terms of documentation, come what may? Do you worry about losing your Certificate of Documentation? As you may know, to be in compliance when you operate your documented vessel, you must have a Certificate of Documentation. A picture of it, something…

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Florida boat title

Florida Boat Title: Navigating the Sunshine State’s Rules

Florida is a state that offers an unmatched boating experience, drawing boaters from all over the United States. As of 2022, over 950,000 registered vessels navigate Florida’s waterways. Understanding the Florida boat title process is essential, especially if you’re new to the state or planning to spend a season cruising under the sunshine. Being well-informed…

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Transfer Exchange of Coast Guard Documentation

Even though owning a boat has been one of the great thrills of your life, there may come a time where you are ready to move on from the vessel you have now. It could be that you want to sell it and go without a boat, or maybe it is time for you to…

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Documented Vessel Exempt From State Jurisdiction

Is A Documented Vessel Exempt From State Jurisdiction?

Most prospective buyers and owners of a boat are often faced with the question ‘is a Documented Vessel exempt from State jurisdiction?’. Your decision will depend on several factors, such as your boat’s size, citizenship, and usage, among others. You will need to obtain documentation for your vessel if you intend to use it for…

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boat bill of sale

What Boat Buyers Need to Know About the Abstract of Title

Abstract of Title There are many things to keep in mind when you decide to buy a vessel. And one of the most important issues boat buyers need to know is the abstract of title. This document carries many complexities around. And getting a detailed information about those specifications can save you lots of time…

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Vessel Documentation Search

All You Need to Know for a Successful Vessel Documentation Search

Do you want to learn more about a vessel but don’t know where to start? Are you looking for a source you can trust?  We can help. Here at the National Documentation Portal, we have revolutionized the process, making it swift, efficient, and hassle-free. Through our site, you can conduct a vessel documentation search that…

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An Easier Way to Get On the Coast Guard Boat Registration Database

Our USCG Vessel Registry On Safe Boating During COVID-19

This blog is written during the COVID-19 pandemic. As vessel owners, we can adapt to pretty much anything. However, this pandemic has upended and disrupted the world, leaving plenty of uncertainty in its wake. Our USCG vessel registry online site is still open for business. As always, you can go to our site and find…

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Marine Safety Alerts

Marine Safety Alerts: Recent Ones and What to Look for

Do you want to stay safe when you’re out on the water? Are you looking to be aware of threats before you leave port? At our vessel documentation site, yes, we help vessel owners from all walks of life to be able to use their vessels how they want to legally. That said, we also…

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