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When You Buy Your First U S Vessel

When You Buy Your First U.S. Vessel

You have been searching around for the perfect boat for quite a while now, and you think you have finally found the one that you really want. It has all the features you are looking for, both inside and out, and is right at the ideal price point for you. It looks like the sale…

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America’s Fastest USCG Documentation Center

America’s Fastest USCG Documentation Center

Often, “fastest” really does mean best. A business that can get the job done right in the quickest, shortest amount of time is usually a business that can do the job better than anyone else, too. Obviously, you want to be careful that you aren’t giving your money to someone who just does a slapdash…

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Documented Vessel

Documented Vessel Definition in 2021

A documented vessel is a ship registered at a national level by the Federal Government through the United States Coast Guard. It’s one of the oldest functions of the US Government, dating back to the

Transferring Vessel Documentation

Transferring Vessel Documentation

As a vessel owner, some of the best days you’ll experience are when you sell your vessel or get a new one. There is a lot of paperwork and filing of forms involved when one owns a vessel. If you happen to sell your boat or want to transfer it to another person, then you…

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Nothing Abstract About Needing an Abstract of Title

As of this writing, it’s a good time to buy a boat. The weather’s getting nicer, summer is almost here, and there are plenty of great boats on the market. However, with so many deals around, there are some pretty bad ones too. The last thing anyone wants is to go through the entire process…

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National Vessel Documentation Center

Commercial Vessels and the National Vessel Documentation Center

Owning and operating commercial vessels comes with a unique set of challenges, including the intricacies of vessel documentation. The National Vessel Documentation Center (NVDC) plays a central role in this process. In this guide, we’ll explore how commercial vessel owners can streamline their interactions with the NVDC, with the support of the National Documentation Portal….

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yacht documentation

Keeping Your Yacht Documentation Up to Date When Life Changes

Has your life changed in one way or another, and now you’re unsure about how to update your yacht documentation? Did you just make a significant life change and have a nagging suspicion that you need to alter your vessel documentation so as to stay in compliance with the authorities? When a vessel owner completes…

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boat bill of sale

Sealing the Deal: The Essential Elements to Include in a Boat Bill of Sale

A boat bill of sale is a vital document that seals the deal between buyers and sellers in a boat transaction. It serves as a legally binding agreement that outlines the terms and conditions of the sale, ensuring clarity and protection for both parties. The National Documentation Portal, a reputable private agency specializing in USCG…

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Boat Documentation Cost

Low Boat Documentation Cost and Many Other Available Benefits

Are you looking to save money in as many different parts of vessel ownership as you can? Does it seem like you spend too much on just about everything that has to do with your boat? Just about every vessel owner feels the same way. Here at Vessel Documentation Online, we can’t exactly help you…

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national vessel documentation

The Importance of National Vessel Documentation

For those who are completely inexperienced in the world of vessel ownership, it is important to understand that there is a lot of red tapes and admin that goes into making everything above board and legal. It isn’t simply a case of exchanging money for a boat and getting on with your life on the…

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